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Spotlight on the Graduate School of Public & International Affairs
Advance your public and international affairs career with GSPIA’s top-ranked MPA, MID, MPIA and Security & Intelligence programs—global community, policy partnerships and strong graduate outcomes.
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About the Graduate School of Public & International Affairs
The Graduate School of Public & International Affairs (GSPIA) prepares tomorrow’s leaders for careers that make a global impact. With a strong reputation in international affairs and public policy, GSPIA combines rigorous academics with real-world experience to help students thrive across government, nonprofits, diplomacy and more.
Founded in 1957 and globally ranked in the top 20 for Public Policy and International Affairs, GSPIA is home to a diverse community of over 1,400 postgraduate students across five departments.
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Fast facts
Founded: 1957
Student population: 1,400+
Global rankings: Top 20 for Public Policy and International Affairs
Departments: Public Policy, International Development, Security Studies, Nonprofit Management, Global Governance
Programmes and degrees
Each GSPIA programme is designed to help students lead in public service and global governance.
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Focus: Policy analysis, finance, ethics, leadershipCareers: Government, nonprofits, civic innovationMaster of International Development (MID)
Focus: Sustainable policy, development economics, evaluationCareers: International NGOs, UN agencies, development financeMaster of Security & Intelligence Studies
Focus: National security, counterterrorism, cyber defenceCareers: Intelligence, defence, diplomacyMaster of Public & International Affairs (MPIA)
Focus: Global governance, trade, conflict resolutionCareers: Foreign service, international organisations, policy think tanksExecutive education
Short-term courses and certificates designed for mid-career professionals in leadership, policy design and crisis management.
Life at the Graduate School of Public & International Affairs
Life at GSPIA goes beyond the classroom. Students join a collaborative, globally minded environment.
Policy labs and think-tank partnerships
Student societies in diplomacy, human rights and development
Annual policy summits, speaker series and global conferences
Internships with embassies, NGOs and international institutions
Diverse student body from 80+ countries
Access to research hubs, digital resources and simulation centres
For international students
GSPIA welcomes students from around the world, including Brazil, Nigeria and India. Dedicated support helps students settle in and succeed.
Visa and immigration guidance
Peer mentorship and integration programmes
Help with housing, healthcare and living costs
Networking with international alumni and employers
Cultural events celebrating global perspectives
Research and innovation
GSPIA drives research that informs global policy and public debate.
Key areas: Security, development, climate, governance and human rights
Projects: Refugee integration, trade reform, sustainable cities
Faculty: Advisers to UN, government consultants, leading journal contributors
Partnerships: Universities, policy institutes and governments worldwide
Career support
GSPIA’s career services help students turn ambition into impact.
Internships in government, NGOs and global organisations
Personalised advising and CV/interview workshops
Career fairs and networking with policy leaders
Alumni in embassies, parliaments and international agencies
Approx. 91% graduate employability within six months
Scholarships and financial support
GSPIA offers financial aid to help students invest in their future.
Merit-based scholarships
Country-specific funding
Teaching and research assistantships
Emergency and need-based grants
Workshops on budgeting and financial planning
Funding your degree with Prodigy Finance
International students can apply for a Prodigy Finance loan to cover tuition and living costs.
No collateral or co-signer needed (Indian students may also access co-signer loans*)
Flexible repayment options starting after graduation
Available in 120+ countries
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*Co-signer loan option available for Indian resident students & co-signers only. Co-signer representative APR 11.27% variable, based on a total credit amount of USD 41,600 (USD 40,000 amount borrowed + 4% admin fee), repayable over 180 months at a variable interest rate of 10.26%(5.90% fixed + 4.36% variable). Monthly repayment of USD 537.25. Total interest payable USD 58,105.15. Total amount payable USD 99,705.15.
