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MS Engineering and Public Policy - Research at Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University, United States

Programme overview

The MS in EPP - Research combines coursework with focused research, building skills in engineering, social science and policy to analyse societal problems in depth where technical details matter.

Faculty: College of Engineering  |  Department: Engineering and Public Policy  |  Duration: Three semesters beginning in August (120 units)  |  Intake: Fall (August)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

The 120 units comprise 24 units each of EPP core and quantitative methods and social analysis methods, plus 48 units of research including the 19-690 MS Project.

Career pathways

Graduates pursue roles in academia, think tanks, analysis, government, business and non-profits worldwide.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications for the EPP master's programmes are accepted through January 31, 2027, with full consideration by December 15, 2026. Most applicants hold a science or engineering undergraduate degree, though quantitatively strong social scientists with an interest in technology are also considered. MS in EPP application rules (apply page for MS EPP): GRE not required and not accepted; three letters of recommendation; resume; five essays and a video essay; no application fee; preferred TOEFL above 102, Duolingo at least 120, IELTS above 7.5.

Requirements published at program group level.

Intake: Fall (August)

Duration: Three semesters beginning in August (120 units)

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