Carnegie Mellon – Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy

The Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy is home to two internationally recognized schools: the School of Information Systems and Management and the School of Public Policy and Management. Heinz College leads at the intersection of people, policy, and technology, with expertise in analytics, artificial intelligence, arts & entertainment, cybersecurity, health care, and public policy. The college offers top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive education certificates in these areas. Our programs are ranked #1 in Information Systems, #1 in Information and Technology Management, #8 in Public Policy Analysis, and #1 in Cybersecurity by U.S. News & World Report.

Teach For America Applicant Benefits:

Heinz College is proud to offer the following benefits to Teach For America Corps Members and Alumni, in recognition of their leadership experience and commitment to educational equity:

• Application fee waiver for all master’s programs
• Tuition discount of 50% for enrolled Corps Members and Alumni (most students will receive more).
• Dedicated admissions advising from staff familiar with the Teach For America experience
• Flexible deferral options to accommodate corps service commitments

To ensure these benefits are applied, applicants should indicate their Teach For America Corps status within their application.

Programs:

The unique co-location of our two schools, the School of Public Policy and Management and the School of Information Systems and Management, offers opportunities for collaboration that simply cannot be duplicated elsewhere. We also offer two groundbreaking Joint Degree Programs with the CMU College of Fine Arts. Our faculty and students know that exciting things happen when disciplines collide, when differing perspectives come into contact with one another. For more information on all of our master’s programs, visit our website.

How to Learn More About Us:

• As a prospective student we encourage you to explore our programs in the way that works for your schedule and location. Prospective students can connect virtually with the admissions office, attend a virtual session with the program director, schedule an on-campus visit, or connect with us on the road. CLICK HERE for more information.
• Learn more about our admission application process. Heinz College does not charge an application fee.
• Teach for America alumni are eligible for travel subsidies to attend our Fall Visitation Weekend and our Admitted Students Weekend.
• We record our Online Information Sessions throughout the year and post them for review at your convenience. Learn about our master’s programs without leaving your desk! Each session includes a presentation by the admissions team and features the program director and/or current students. CLICK HERE to view our menu of recorded sessions.
• Prospective students are also encouraged to connect via email with current students.

How to Apply for Admission:

Learn more about our admission application process and program-specific requirements. Heinz College does not charge an application fee.

• Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence Systems Management (AIM)
• Master of Arts Management (MAM)
• Master of Entertainment Industry Management (MEIM)
• Master of Science in Health Analytics (MSHCA)
• Master of Information Systems Management (MISM) – including BIDA
• Master of Science in Information Security Policy and Management (MSISPM)
• Master of Science in Public Policy and Management (MSPPM)

NOTE: We publish our admission deadlines to our August intake in our full-time master’s programs each year on our website for each master’s program. However, we will continue to accept new applications as long as space remains in the class after the published deadlines. Please contact David Eber (Admissions and Financial Aid) at deber@cmu.edu or 412-268-3347 with related questions.