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Dual degree with Columbia University
Two-Year Dual-Degree
Programme in English
France & United States
A Founding Dual Degree in International Affairs
Sciences Po’s Paris School of International Affairs (PSIA) and Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) share the conviction that the best education for future policy experts and senior decision-makers in international affairs is the product of the combination of a solid multidisciplinary base in social sciences and an in-depth specialization.
Building on the complementary approaches of two prestigious institutions with rich and diverse academic traditions, Sciences Po (PSIA) and Columbia University (SIPA), both members of the Association of Professional School of International Affairs (APSIA), decided as early as 2000 to combine their strengths and offer a dual Master’ s degree program in International Affairs.
The dual degree program in international affairs open to all candidates worldwide.
Sciences Po – PSIA, Paris School of International Affairs
In keeping with Sciences Po’s centennial tradition of excellence, PSIA offers cutting-edge education to tomorrow’s leaders in international affairs. Responding to the tremendous shifts witnessed today in world, PSIA doesn’t simply train the world’s future decision-makers for their next job, but rather, educates future leaders for significant careers that can make a difference in international and global affairs tomorrow.
The PSIA curriculum strongly emphasises specialisation and “craft” by awarding seven different Master degree programs and offers 17 concentration programs, equipping students with common conceptual and methodological tools needed to contextualise and embrace intersections within contemporary world issues by building bridges between programs.
Columbia University - SIPA, School of International and Public Affairs
For more than 70 years, Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) has been educating professionals who work in public, private, and nonprofit organizations to make a difference in the world. Through rigorous social science research and hands-on practice, SIPA’s graduates and faculty strive to improve social services, advocate for human rights, strengthen markets, protect the environment, and secure peace, in their home communities and around the world.
Program overview
All Dual Degree Students spend their first year at Sciences Po and their second year at Columbia University.
Year 1 at Sciences Po
During the first year of the Dual Degree, students may join one of the following Master's programs offered by the Paris School of International Affairs.
- International Security
- International Governance and Diplomacy
- International Economic Policy
- International Development
- Human Rights and Humanitarian Action
- Environmental Policy
- International Energy Transitions
Students must validate all required courses to the value of 60 ECTS credits during the first year at Sciences Po according to PSIA Dual Degree structure to be permitted to proceed to SIPA for the second year.
Year 2 at SIPA
During the second year of the Dual Degree, students will join SIPA program.
Tuition Fees
Students pay their fees:
Please note: Columbia University charges all full-time students a Health and Related Services Fee. This fee is mandatory for Dual degree students during both years. Columbia University also charges a one-time Document Fee for anyone who hasn't previously been enrolled with them. Further details about these services and fees can be found on the SIPA website. Dual degree students will only pay tuition to SIPA during the second year of the programme when at SIPA
Financial Support
Find out about the financial aid available on the following pages:
Testimonials from our Graduates
- Giulio, Political Affairs Officer in the Syria Team, UN Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, New York City
- Alexis, Analyst, the World Bank Group, Washington D.C
- Johannes, AI Policy Advisor, OECD, Paris
Contacts us
Sciences Po:
- Catarina Laranjeira, Assistant Dean for Admissions, Paris School of International Affairs - Email
SIPA:
