School of International and Public Affairs

Columbia University

Global Challenges. New York City. Unlimited Possibilities.

For more than 75 years, Columbia SIPA has educated professionals committed to improving lives through public service, policy, and global engagement.


From its home in New York City, SIPA connects students to world-class faculty, influential institutions, and opportunities that extend far beyond the classroom.


Transform Your Passion Into Policy Impact

Elizabeth Gonzalez, MPA-EPM ’20

Coming from a nonprofit and communications background, Elizabeth Gonzalez chose Columbia SIPA's Economic Policy Management program to strengthen her quantitative and analytical skills.


She shares how the program, her classmates, and the SIPA network prepared her to solve real-world policy challenges and advance her career.


Chose a SIPA Program Aligned with Your Interests and Ambitions


From Application To Career

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