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    Public Policy (MS)

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    Atlanta, USMSIn-person2 years
    $61,196.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    73.6%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    46
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Public Policy (MS) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is a 46-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Atlanta, US. Tuition is $61,196.

    About the program

    Focuses on public policy implications of scientific and technological activity, with specializations in science and technology policy, environmental and energy policy, information and telecommunication policy, and regional economic development policy. Includes core curriculum in policy analysis, ethics, economics, methods, and capstone, plus concentrations and either thesis, paper, or project options.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 15, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Oct 31, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The GRE is NOT required for admission. However, applicants may provide GRE scores if they choose to.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 90
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $24,354.00
    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 Public Policy (MS) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Public Policy (MS) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is $61,196 across 46 required credits.
    Is Public Policy (MS) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Public Policy (MS) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Public Policy (MS) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus take to complete?
    Public Policy (MS) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus is structured around 2 years and 46 credits.
    What GPA is required for Public Policy (MS) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 out of 4.0
    How competitive is Public Policy (MS) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus?
    Public Policy (MS) at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus reports an acceptance rate of approximately 73.6%.