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    Master in Business Administration (MBA)

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    Boston, USMBAIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $169,520.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    13.2%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    943
    Cohort
    students
    57
    Credits
    $250.00
    App fee

    Master in Business Administration (MBA) at Harvard University is a 57-credit, 2-year, in-person MBA program based in Boston, US. Tuition is $169,520 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Two-year full-time program with a general management curriculum focused on real-world practice using the case method. Emphasizes leadership development through classroom discussions, section experiences, and student life activities.

    Focus: coursework
    QS 2026: 2nd

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    After the program

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    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $184,500.00
    Avg starting salary
    $36,736.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master in Business Administration (MBA) at Harvard University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master in Business Administration (MBA) at Harvard University is $169,520 across 57 required credits.
    Is Master in Business Administration (MBA) at Harvard University online or in-person?
    Master in Business Administration (MBA) at Harvard University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master in Business Administration (MBA) at Harvard University take to complete?
    Master in Business Administration (MBA) at Harvard University is structured around 2 years and 57 credits.
    Is Master in Business Administration (MBA) at Harvard University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master in Business Administration (MBA) at Harvard 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 Business Administration (MBA) at Harvard University?
    Master in Business Administration (MBA) at Harvard University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 13.2%.