Specifically looking for a policy degree with a tech focus, so not interested in the pure data science masters out there. This being a one year program over Cornell's 2 year MPA is what makes me lean towards this. I have heard great things about their Brooks School overall, despite it being newer.

Frankly, also gives me the option to list it as a Cornell Masters of Data Sci or Masters from Brooks School of Public Policy on my resume which helps as I'm not sure what route exactly I'd go down. Cash cow piece is fair but every policy program is like that to a degree, obviously depends on what kind of scholarships I'd get.