Insider Insights

Curious about how to decide what program is right for you? Need to understand the difference between a degree in public administration and one in public and international affairs? Want to know what life is like on campus at Pitt or why we think Pittsburgh is the best city to be a student? Well, you're in the right place! Check back often as we share insider information about everything you need to know to plan your next steps. 

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what is Public Administration
Let's talk about public administration.

Learn more about what a degree in Public Administration means and, better yet, what you can do with it after you graduate. 

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What is it like studying International Affairs?
Why study Public & International Affairs?

Students studying public and international affairs gain a better understanding of the interconnected world in which we live.

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Tell me about international development
What's an International Development degree?

A degree in international development trains students to promote human dignity, well-being, and rights worldwide.

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Public Sector vs. Private Sector

Explore the differences between these two realms to help both graduate and undergraduate students chart their career courses.

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Study in Pittsburgh or Washington, D.C.

Compare the vibrant city of Pittsburgh with the bustling capital, Washington, D.C. – both offer opportunities in the field of public and international affairs.

We're what comes next for: Political Science Majors
We're what comes next for: Political Science Majors

So you have a degree in Political Science. Now what? That's where we come in. 

We're what comes next for: Global Studies Majors
We're what comes next for: Global Studies Majors

So you have a degree in Global Studies. Now what? That's where we come in. 

We're what comes next for: Language Majors
We're what comes next for: Language Majors

So you have a degree in a foreign language. Now what? That's where we come in. 

We're what comes next for: Economics Majors
We're what comes next for: Economics Majors

So you have a degree in Economics. Now what? That's where we come in.