Carnegie Mellon University Privacy Engineering Program

Carnegie Mellon University’s Privacy Engineering Program trains students to develop systems that protect individuals' personal data while enabling useful technology. It combines technical skills like software development, encryption, and data analysis with understanding privacy laws and ethical considerations. Graduates learn to design secure, privacy-aware software and policies, helping organizations manage data responsibly and comply with regulations. The program prepares professionals to address growing privacy challenges in areas like cybersecurity, healthcare, finance, and technology, ensuring personal information is safeguarded in increasingly digital and data-driven environments.