Public Policy Data Science
Los Angeles, California, United States
The Public Policy Data Science MSc at USC equips students with advanced skills in big data analytics, data-driven policy formulation, and decision-making processes. The program emphasizes transparency, efficiency, security, and policy influence, preparing graduates for impactful roles in government, private sector, and non-profit organizations through a multidisciplinary curriculum developed jointly by the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy and the Viterbi School of Engineering's Data Science Program.
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- 1 year
- On Campus
- ₹59,15,633/Year
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Program Overview
The Public Policy Data Science MSc at USC equips students with advanced skills in big data analytics, data-driven policy formulation, and decision-making processes. The program emphasizes transparency, efficiency, security, and policy influence, preparing graduates for impactful roles in government, private sector, and non-profit organizations through a multidisciplinary curriculum developed jointly by the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy and the Viterbi School of Engineering's Data Science Program.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
PTE Academic
61.0
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2025-08-01
Apply before 2025-06-01
Program Start
Aug-25
Programme Structure
Courses include: Economics for Public Policy Public Policy Analysis Multivariate Statistical Analysis Applied Econometrics for Program Evaluation Computational Thinking and Data Science Overview of Data Informatics in Large Data Environments User Experience Design and Strategy
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
GPA
3.0
English Language Requirements
PTE Academic
61.0
Overall ScoreAdditional Requirements
Applicants must hold a recognized bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, demonstrating foundational competence in descriptive and inferential statistics. Degree equivalency will be evaluated by USC's Office of Graduate & International Admission. All transcripts and diplomas must be original, issued in the language of instruction, and sent directly from the issuing institution. The degree must be recognized by the relevant governmental authority as a legitimate degree-granting qualification.
Course Fees
₹59,15,633/Year
Annual Fee
1 year
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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