Academics
Helping you build skills for positive impact.
Curate your experience
Discover more about our academic programs in public and international affairs, public administration, and international development, along with concentrations to match your passion. We offer opportunities to shape a learning experience that fits your interests and career goals. If you're looking to make a difference —locally, regionally, domestically or internationally—we have a program for you.
Programs
Master of Public Administration
Promote progress in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
Master of Public & International Affairs
Start a career of influence in the international arena.
Master of International Development
Improve the human condition through a hands-on career in public service.
Master of Public Policy & Management
Earn a degree designed for working professionals through in-person or online classes.
PhD in Public and International Affairs
Focus on interdisciplinary research and applied analysis of public policy issues.
Undergraduate Programs
Current undergraduate students can take advantage of undergraduate opportunities, including a new minor and certificate.
Concentrations
Enhance Your Path
Signature Student Experiences
Engaging in hands-on work beyond the classroom, students can gain professional experience, seek language and learning abroad options, and dive head-first into important research that produces real-world results.
Regional Studies & Certificates
Prepare for an international career with one of seven graduate certificate programs by combining foreign language training, multidisciplinary courses, and community outreach for a deeper understanding of specific regions across the globe.
Joint Degree Programs
You have the option of earning two graduate degrees through our partnerships with other professional schools at the University of Pittsburgh and with one foreign university. Students can earn joint degrees in law, business, social work, information sciences, or public health at the University of Pittsburgh.