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At Columbia SIPA, we are driving change through policy
Research, teaching, and partnerships in the global public interest
SIPA Welcomes
President Jennifer L. Mnookin
The School of International and Public Affairs and Dean Yarhi-Milo are honored to welcome President Jennifer L. Mnookin to Columbia University. We look forward to all that lies ahead under her leadership.
Featured News
Announcement
The new interdisciplinary major will be available to Columbia College and Columbia General Studies students.
In Memoriam
A giant in the social sciences, dedicated public servant, and generous mentor to generations of students and scholars, Professor Kenneth Prewitt’s contributions to Columbia University and to the broader worlds of policy and academia were immeasurable.
News and Stories
Read the new report from the IGP's Technology & Democracy Initiative, AI Slop and the Information Ecosystem, by Jen Weedon, Camille Francois, and Jeremie Ponak.
Global Policy Challenges
Tackling today’s most vital issues
We’re taking on complex, pressing global issues like geopolitical stability — energy and climate policy —technological innovation and its impact on people — how to share prosperity — and preserving democratic governance.
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Columbia SIPA at a Glance
25K+
Alumni
50+
Native languages spoken
160
Countries represented
Find Your Columbia SIPA Education
- Master's Programs
- Doctoral Program
- Dual Degree Programs
- Five-Year Joint Degrees
- Executive Education
- International Fellows Program
Master's Programs
Our programs in international affairs and public administration offer rigorous but flexible curriculums that help prepare you for professional success at public, private, and nonprofit organizations in varied fields.
Doctoral Program
Our unique PhD in Sustainable Development bridges science and policy to equip scholars and professionals who will address some of the some of the most important policy challenges concerning the future of our planet.
Dual Degree Programs
Supplement your SIPA education with a degree from Columbia Law School, Columbia Business School, or another graduate school — or broaden your horizon at one of our distinguished partner institutions around the world.
Five-Year Joint Degrees
SIPA offers a program for Columbia undergraduate students, a five-year joint degree program, which leads to a BA and an MIA or MPA degree in five years.
Executive Education
We offer degrees, certificates, and customized courses for mid-career professionals and public servants from around the world. Our Executive MPA allows professionals to earn a full SIPA degree on a part-time basis.
International Fellows Program
This two-semester seminar — which is open to graduate students throughout Columbia University — combines heightened understanding of international affairs with practical preparation to deal with a changing world.
