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    Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM)

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    Pittsburgh, USMPPMHybrid1 year
    $57,990.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    30
    Credits
    $50.00
    App fee

    Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is a 30-credit, 1-year, hybrid MPPM program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $57,990.

    About the program

    30-credit mid-career program for professionals to develop analytic tools, professional skills, and knowledge in public policy and management. Allows specialization in areas such as security and intelligence, global political economy, public and nonprofit management, and policy research and analysis.

    Focus: coursework
    US News #34 overall public affairs (2025), #1 public university International Global Policy
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Nov 1, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE is optional for all master’s degree applicants; for MPPM you should not submit GRE or GMAT scores. Supplemental materials submitted to MPPM will not be reviewed.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min minimum TOEFL score required for admission is 80 on the Internet-based test, although 90 or above is strongly preferred
    IELTS
    required
    Min minimum IELTS score required for admission is 6.5 (overall, and in each of the subsections)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $20,030.00
    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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is $57,990 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus take to complete?
    Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is structured around 1 year and 30 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Public Policy and Management (MPPM) at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus: 12 months OPT (US)