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    Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy

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    Cambridge, USMAScHybrid51 months
    $32,850.00
    Tuition
    over 51mo
    20%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    20
    Cohort
    students
    109
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy at Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a 109-credit, 51-month, hybrid MASc program based in Cambridge, US. Tuition is $32,850.

    About the program

    The program combines online MicroMasters courses in microeconomics, data analysis, and development policy with residential coursework in econometric data science, advanced microeconomics, development economics, and a policy design capstone internship. It focuses on applying data-driven economic tools to development and public policy challenges.

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2028
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min minimum TOEFL Internet-based score of 100
    IELTS
    required
    Min minimum IELTS score of 7

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $29,243.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy at Massachusetts Institute of Technology cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy at Massachusetts Institute of Technology is $32,850 across 109 required credits.
    Is Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy at Massachusetts Institute of Technology online or in-person?
    Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy at Massachusetts Institute of Technology is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy at Massachusetts Institute of Technology take to complete?
    Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy at Massachusetts Institute of Technology is structured around 51 months and 109 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy at Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
    Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy at Massachusetts Institute of Technology reports an acceptance rate of approximately 20%.
    How large is the Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy at Massachusetts Institute of Technology cohort?
    Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics, and Development Policy at Massachusetts Institute of Technology typically enrolls around 20 students per cohort.