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    Master in Real Estate (MRE)

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    Cambridge, USMREIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $92,265.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    35
    Cohort
    students
    60
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master in Real Estate (MRE) at Harvard University is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MRE program based in Cambridge, US. Tuition is $92,265 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers finance, development, asset management, design, planning, law, social and environmental considerations, project and construction management, new technologies, politics, public-private partnerships, entrepreneurship, negotiation, and leadership for real estate practice.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 5, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min As of January 26, 2026, TOEFL has updated their scoring to a 1-6 banded scale for both overall and section scores. GSD TOEFL score requirements on the new scale will be published soon. (Prior: minimum overall 92; minimum section scores (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing) 23)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    36 months OPT (US)

    $30,768.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master in Real Estate (MRE) at Harvard University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master in Real Estate (MRE) at Harvard University is $92,265 across 60 required credits.
    Is Master in Real Estate (MRE) at Harvard University online or in-person?
    Master in Real Estate (MRE) at Harvard University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master in Real Estate (MRE) at Harvard University take to complete?
    Master in Real Estate (MRE) at Harvard University is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    Is Master in Real Estate (MRE) at Harvard University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master in Real Estate (MRE) at Harvard University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Master in Real Estate (MRE) at Harvard University cohort?
    Master in Real Estate (MRE) at Harvard University typically enrolls around 35 students per cohort.