Current Pitt students interested in a CGS minor, rather than a major, in public service should apply for the minor directly with the College of General Studies. If you are a CGS student interested in adding this minor, please contact your CGS advisor.
Minor Requirements
In order to complete the minor, you will take 15 PUBSRV credits (five courses), as outlined below. At least three courses must be from the University of Pittsburgh. A 2.0 average GPA is required. Courses used for a minor cannot overlap with courses used for a major, minor, or a certificate.
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Core Courses: (9 credits)
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All three courses are required. Please note that not all courses are offered each term. Review the program checklist for the typical frequency of course offerings and visit Class Search for the most up-to-date information.
Format: F2F and WebOr: PIA 0101 HOW PUBLIC POLICY WORKS: FOUNDATIONS OF PUBLIC POLICYFormat: Web -
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Electives: (6 credits)
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Choose two courses from the list of approved electives.
Format: WebFormat: F2F and Web, available as of Fall 2024Format: HybridFormat: F2F and Web, available as of Spring 2025Format: F2F and WebNote: Cross-listed with LCJS 1584 (formerly LEGLST 1152)Format: WebFormat: F2F and HybridOr: PIA 1102 CITY OF WHITE SUPREMACY: RACE, SPACE, AND POLICY IN AMERICAN CITIESFormat: F2F and WebNote: Cross-listed with LDRSHP 1100Note: Cross-listed with LCJS 1570 (formerly ADMJ 1425)Note: University Honors College (UHC)Note: University Honors College (UHC)Format: HybridFormat: Hybrid -
Program Planning Checklist
Download our handy Public Service minor checklist (PDF) to plan and track your progress in the program.
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Requirements are subject to change. Check with a CGS academic advisor before registering.