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    Master in Development Practice (MDP)

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    Atlanta, USMDPIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $97,600.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    72%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    12
    Cohort
    students
    50
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master in Development Practice (MDP) at Emory University is a 50-credit, 2-year, in-person MDP program based in Atlanta, US. Tuition is $97,600 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Two-year interdisciplinary program combining cross-disciplinary coursework across Emory schools with two required summer practicums and optional academic-year internships. Focuses on sustainable development, covering competencies in social sciences, environmental sciences, health sciences, research methods, management, and social justice.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 3, 2027
    Fall 2028
    Jan 3, 2028

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The Laney Graduate School (LGS) and MDP no longer require that students furnish GRE scores as part of their application. You are NOT required to submit GRE scores to apply to this program.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min The minimum TOEFL score of 570 on the paper test, 230 on the computer-based test or 88 on the internet-based test is required.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min MDP also accepts IELTS, with a minimum score of 7.0.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    US master’s STEM classification suggests eligibility for STEM OPT extension (24 months) on top of the standard OPT, but the program’s STEM Designated Degree Program List status is not verified in the sources.

    $27,684.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master in Development Practice (MDP) at Emory University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master in Development Practice (MDP) at Emory University is $97,600 across 50 required credits.
    Is Master in Development Practice (MDP) at Emory University online or in-person?
    Master in Development Practice (MDP) at Emory University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master in Development Practice (MDP) at Emory University take to complete?
    Master in Development Practice (MDP) at Emory University is structured around 2 years and 50 credits.
    Is Master in Development Practice (MDP) at Emory University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master in Development Practice (MDP) at Emory University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Master in Development Practice (MDP) at Emory University?
    Master in Development Practice (MDP) at Emory University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 72%.