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    Master of Science in Information Technology - Privacy Engineering

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    Pittsburgh, USMSITIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $97,200.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    14
    Cohort
    students
    162
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Information Technology - Privacy Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University is a 162-credit, 1-year, in-person MSIT program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $97,200 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program equips computer scientists and engineers with skills to identify and resolve privacy challenges in software systems, including a capstone project addressing real-world privacy issues for external sponsors.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Feb 14, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The degree program does not have a minimum GRE requirement. GRE scores are optional, but applicants who have taken the GRE are encouraged to submit their scores.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT: 102+ (minimum 25 per section)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: 7.5+

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (up to 36 months with STEM extension)

    $32,590.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Information Technology - Privacy Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Information Technology - Privacy Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University is $97,200 across 162 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Information Technology - Privacy Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Information Technology - Privacy Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Information Technology - Privacy Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University take to complete?
    Master of Science in Information Technology - Privacy Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University is structured around 1 year and 162 credits.
    Is Master of Science in Information Technology - Privacy Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Information Technology - Privacy Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Master of Science in Information Technology - Privacy Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University cohort?
    Master of Science in Information Technology - Privacy Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University typically enrolls around 14 students per cohort.