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MS Engineering and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University, United States

Programme overview

The MS in Engineering and Public Policy is a flexible, professional programme combining coursework with optional research or project work, designed for policy issues where the scientific and technical details matter.

Faculty: College of Engineering  |  Department: Engineering and Public Policy  |  Duration: Three semesters beginning in August; two semesters (9 months) with a heavier workload (96 units)  |  Intake: Fall (August)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

The 96 units split into 24 units each of EPP core (theory and practice of policy analysis, quantitative methods for policy analysis), quantitative methods, social analysis methods and electives, with depth electives in a chosen field.

Career pathways

Graduates work in government, business, consulting, academia and non-profits worldwide.

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Application information

Entry requirements

MS in EPP: GRE scores are not required and not accepted. Three letters of recommendation (typically professors or work supervisors, at least one from a professor at the last institution attended), an updated resume, transcripts from all institutions, five essays of 200-400 words and a video essay are required; there is no application fee. Preferred English scores for non-native speakers without a US degree are TOEFL above 102, Duolingo at least 120, or IELTS above 7.5. Apply by December 15 for full consideration; applications accepted through January 31. International students supply a financial letter of support.

Intake: Fall (August)

Duration: Three semesters beginning in August; two semesters (9 months) with a heavier workload (96 units)

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