Saw us in the New Student Guide?
You're in the right place.
Your future is bigger than your major.
Maybe you already know what you'll study at Pitt. Business. Biology. Engineering. Computer Science. Great. This isn't about changing your path.
It's about discovering where your interests can take you.
If you're passionate about politics, cities, sustainability, law, global affairs, nonprofits, economics, or solving complex public problems, Public Policy could be exactly the major you're looking for. At the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), you'll learn how policy is shaped, how organizations and governments make decisions, and how to turn ideas into real-world impact.
Already committed to another major? SPIA can expand your opportunities there, too.
Public policy touches nearly every field. Engineers navigate infrastructure and public investment. Business leaders work within regulations and sustainability goals. Public health professionals influence health policy. Scientists, nonprofit leaders, urban planners, economists, and countless others all work in systems shaped by public policy.
Whether you're looking for a major, a minor, electives that complement your degree, or simply a new way to apply what you're already studying, SPIA offers opportunities to explore the issues you care about—and build the skills employers value.
Not sure what you want to major in yet? You're in good company. Many of our students discovered SPIA while exploring their interests, not because they had every step planned.
Ready to explore?
Learn more about our undergraduate programs, courses, and opportunities to get involved. If you have questions—or just want to talk through your options—fill out the form below. We'd love to help you discover where SPIA fits into your Pitt experience.
Want to learn more about what its really like to be a student at SPIA? Check us out on socials! We're on Instagram at @pitt_SPIA, TikTok at @pittSPIA, and LinkedIn at @PittSPIA.
