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    Master of Business Administration / Master of Public Policy

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    College Park, USDual DegreeIn-person30 months
    STEM-OPT
    $56,400.00
    Tuition
    over 30mo
    66
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Business Administration / Master of Public Policy at University of Maryland-College Park is a 66-credit, 30-month, in-person Dual Degree program based in College Park, US. Tuition is $56,400 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Dual degree program combining Master of Public Policy and Master of Business Administration, requiring 66 credits with 30 in public policy covering governance, quantitative skills, and practice sequences plus electives, and 30 in business.

    Focus: coursework
    US News #52 (Smith MBA)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jun 30, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Standardized test scores (GRE or GMAT) are not required. Optional.
    GMAT
    optional
    Min Standardized test scores (GRE or GMAT) are not required. Optional.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL, IELTS or PTE scores (if applicable) for international students. Program follows Graduate School minimums (e.g. TOEFL iBT 96 overall for Smith programs; SPP defers). No program-specific minimum published for dual degree.
    IELTS
    required
    Min TOEFL, IELTS or PTE scores (if applicable) for international students. Program follows Graduate School minimums (e.g. IELTS 7.0 overall for Smith programs; SPP defers). No program-specific minimum published for dual degree.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $119,175.00
    Avg starting salary
    $17,724.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Business Administration / Master of Public Policy at University of Maryland-College Park cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Business Administration / Master of Public Policy at University of Maryland-College Park is $56,400 across 66 required credits.
    Is Master of Business Administration / Master of Public Policy at University of Maryland-College Park online or in-person?
    Master of Business Administration / Master of Public Policy at University of Maryland-College Park is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Business Administration / Master of Public Policy at University of Maryland-College Park take to complete?
    Master of Business Administration / Master of Public Policy at University of Maryland-College Park is structured around 30 months and 66 credits.
    Is Master of Business Administration / Master of Public Policy at University of Maryland-College Park STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Business Administration / Master of Public Policy at University of Maryland-College Park is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Business Administration / Master of Public Policy at University of Maryland-College Park?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Business Administration / Master of Public Policy at University of Maryland-College Park: 12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)