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    Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO)

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    Chicago, USMPOHybrid21 months
    $86,702.00
    Tuition
    over 21mo
    48
    Cohort
    students
    $99.00
    App fee

    Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO) at Northwestern University is a 21-month, hybrid MPO program based in Chicago, US. Tuition is $86,702.

    About the program

    The program trains students in prosthetics and orthotics through a curriculum covering clinical practice, biomechanics, anatomy, and hands-on practicum. It prepares entry-level orthotists and prosthetists.

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 90 or above on the TOEFL internet test
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS scores (7.0 or higher)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $23,169.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO) at Northwestern University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO) at Northwestern University is $86,702.
    Is Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO) at Northwestern University online or in-person?
    Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO) at Northwestern University is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO) at Northwestern University take to complete?
    Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO) at Northwestern University is structured around 21 months.
    What GPA is required for Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO) at Northwestern University?
    Per the program's published guidance: C (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) in prerequisite coursework
    How large is the Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO) at Northwestern University cohort?
    Master of Prosthetics and Orthotics (MPO) at Northwestern University typically enrolls around 48 students per cohort.