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The School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University is the international affairs and public policy school of Columbia University, a private Ivy League university located in Morningside Heights, Manhattan, New York City.
Columbia University's School of International Affairs was founded in 1946 following the aftermath of World War II. Emphasizing practical training, the mission of SIPA was to foster the understanding of critical regions and to prepare diplomats , officials , and other professionals to meet the complexities of the postwar world.
For over 70 years, Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs has been educating professionals who work in public, private, and nonprofit organizations to make a difference in the world.
Welcome to the SIPA Bulletin, the official catalog of Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA). This Bulletin is a comprehensive resource, detailing our courses, degree programs, requirements, and policies.
MIA students acquire the substantive knowledge, practical skills and real-world experience to address the big issues of international affairs. The curriculum integrates Columbia University’s unsurpassed academic choices with extensive experiential learning, including capstone workshop projects with organizations around the world.
The Master of International Affairs (MIA) is a distinguished program designed to equip students with comprehensive skills and knowledge to address global challenges. The curriculum is highly customizable, offering a core program with a wide range of international politics and political economy courses.
SIPA’s Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) degree prepares you for executive jobs that aim to develop free market economies, create better global security, and strengthen political bonds. The EMPA helps graduates forge careers in government, nonprofits, international organizations, and the private sector.
