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    Master of Business Administration / Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MBA/MS)

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    Boston, USMba/msIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $73,124.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    80
    Credits
    $125.00
    App fee

    Master of Business Administration / Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MBA/MS) at Boston University is a 80-credit, 2-year, in-person Mba/ms program based in Boston, US. Tuition is $73,124 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Dual degree program combining MBA coursework with MS in Quantitative Economics, covering management training, economic principles, quantitative methods, micro- and macroeconomic theory, statistics, econometrics, and electives in economics areas.

    Focus: coursework
    QS World University Rankings: 88 | US News & World Report: 46
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min A quantitative GRE score above the 80th percentile may indicate readiness (not a minimum)
    GMAT
    required
    Min GMAT or GRE general test is required (no minimum stated)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL 100 Overall Score (25 recommended in each section)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS 7.0 Overall Band Score

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $118,556.00
    Avg starting salary
    $20,969.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Business Administration / Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MBA/MS) at Boston University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Business Administration / Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MBA/MS) at Boston University is $73,124 across 80 required credits.
    Is Master of Business Administration / Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MBA/MS) at Boston University online or in-person?
    Master of Business Administration / Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MBA/MS) at Boston University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Business Administration / Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MBA/MS) at Boston University take to complete?
    Master of Business Administration / Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MBA/MS) at Boston University is structured around 2 years and 80 credits.
    Is Master of Business Administration / Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MBA/MS) at Boston University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Business Administration / Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MBA/MS) at Boston University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Business Administration / Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MBA/MS) at Boston University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Business Administration / Master of Science in Quantitative Economics (MBA/MS) at Boston University: 12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)