Carter School Capstone Projects

Overview

The Carter School of Public Policy offers capstone project opportunities across a number of degree programs, connecting students with partner organizations to solve real-world challenges in public policy, sustainability, and more. These projects provide valuable insights for sponsoring organizations while giving students hands-on experience in applied research and consulting.

Capstone Opportunities

Program NameDurationProposal DeadlineScopeSponsor RequirementsContacts
B.S. Publicy Policy Task Force CapstoneMid August - Late AprilEarly August
  • Year-long team project (5-6 undergrads)
  • Policy research, benchmarking, and strategy
  • Deliverables
    • Sponsor-facing technical report/presentation
    • Academic research paper
  • 3 scheduled meetings
  • Provide relevant data
  • Designated point of contact
  • Small participation fee
Dr.Christopher Hayer - chayer3@gatech.edu 
M.S. Sustainable Energy & Environmental Management Summer CapstoneMay - AugustEarly Spring
  • Individuate graduate student project with faculty oversight
  • Data analytical work in sustainability, environmental management, and energy
  • Deliverables
    • Sponsor-facing technical report/presentation
    • Academic research paper
  • Sponsors can offer an internship, stipend, or modest program donation
Dr.Daniel Matisoff - matisoff@gatech.edu 
Susan Graff - sgraff7@gatech.edu 
M.S. Public Policy - Spring CapstoneJanuary - MayEnd of November
  • Client-centered project completed individually or in small teams of MSPP students
  • Policy analysis, process evaluation, evidence-based strategy
  • Deliverables
    • Sponsor-facing policy study, briefing, and technical report
    • Academic research paper
  • 2-3 Structured Check-ins (60-90 min)
  • Designated point of contact
  • Provide relevant data/documents
Dr. Brian An - yan74@gatech.edu 

If you have any additional questions, please refer to this summary document and the specific program's capstone page, linked in the table.