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    Master of Science (MS) in Health Policy and Management

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    Pittsburgh, USMSIn-person2 years
    $111,188.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    42
    Credits
    $150.00
    App fee

    Master of Science (MS) in Health Policy and Management at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is a 42-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $111,188.

    About the program

    Prepares graduates for positions in health services research and policy, analytics, and further doctoral studies. Covers organization, financing, and delivery of health care and public health services through coursework in statistics, research methods, public health foundations, and an MS thesis.

    Focus: research
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jun 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE scores are not a required component for the MS application. Applicants who feel that their past academic performance and/or prior work history do not adequately represent their skill set may submit GRE scores for consideration
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL (taken prior to 1/21/26): 100; TOEFL (taken on or after 1/21/26): 5.0
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.5

    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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science (MS) in Health Policy and Management at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science (MS) in Health Policy and Management at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is $111,188 across 42 required credits.
    Is Master of Science (MS) in Health Policy and Management at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Science (MS) in Health Policy and Management at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science (MS) in Health Policy and Management at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus take to complete?
    Master of Science (MS) in Health Policy and Management at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is structured around 2 years and 42 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science (MS) in Health Policy and Management at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus?
    Per the program's published guidance: QPA of 3.0 or higher (undergraduate degree)
    What work-permit options follow Master of Science (MS) in Health Policy and Management at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Science (MS) in Health Policy and Management at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus: 12 months OPT (US)