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    Master of Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics (MSPPM-DA)

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    Pittsburgh, USMsppmIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $57,420.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    192
    Credits

    Master of Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics (MSPPM-DA) at Carnegie Mellon University is a 192-credit, 2-year, in-person Msppm program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $57,420 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program trains students to use data analytics and technologies to address public policy challenges, including predictive modeling for resource allocation, bias reduction in sentencing, and combating crises like opioids. It combines public policy and management core with data analytics core, concentrations, and electives.

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    #21 Public Affairs (U.S. News and World Report)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Feb 2, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min No minimum score; required or waiver via quantitative coursework (e.g., Pre-calculus B+ for DA) or CMU undergrad transcript
    GMAT
    optional
    Min No minimum score; accepted in place of GRE with waiver policy
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $89,701.00
    Avg starting salary
    $24,158.00
    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 Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics (MSPPM-DA) at Carnegie Mellon University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics (MSPPM-DA) at Carnegie Mellon University is $57,420 across 192 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics (MSPPM-DA) at Carnegie Mellon University online or in-person?
    Master of Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics (MSPPM-DA) at Carnegie Mellon University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics (MSPPM-DA) at Carnegie Mellon University take to complete?
    Master of Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics (MSPPM-DA) at Carnegie Mellon University is structured around 2 years and 192 credits.
    Is Master of Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics (MSPPM-DA) at Carnegie Mellon University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics (MSPPM-DA) at Carnegie Mellon University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics (MSPPM-DA) at Carnegie Mellon University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Public Policy and Management - Data Analytics (MSPPM-DA) at Carnegie Mellon University: 12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)