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    Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design for Interactions

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    Pittsburgh, USMPSIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $45,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    40%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    12
    Cohort
    students
    90
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design for Interactions at Carnegie Mellon University is a 90-credit, 1-year, in-person MPS program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $45,000 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    One-year program for current MA students to develop professional design skills through advanced practice in design for interactions, focusing on real-world projects in areas like healthcare, education, and business.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027
    Fall 2028
    Jan 15, 2028

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE scores are not required, but you are welcome to submit them
    TOEFL
    required
    Min recommended composite score for admission is 100, with minimum subscores of 25
    IELTS
    required
    Min recommended composite score for admission is 7.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $32,590.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design for Interactions at Carnegie Mellon University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design for Interactions at Carnegie Mellon University is $45,000 across 90 required credits.
    Is Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design for Interactions at Carnegie Mellon University online or in-person?
    Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design for Interactions at Carnegie Mellon University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design for Interactions at Carnegie Mellon University take to complete?
    Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design for Interactions at Carnegie Mellon University is structured around 1 year and 90 credits.
    Is Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design for Interactions at Carnegie Mellon University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design for Interactions at Carnegie Mellon University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design for Interactions at Carnegie Mellon University?
    Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Design for Interactions at Carnegie Mellon University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 40%.