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Master of Technology and Policy
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Cambridge, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Engineering research degree on technology's role in policy formulation, Analysis and evaluation.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied understanding of Technology and Policy. Practice critical evaluation and communication in the subject. Apply relevant academic or professional methods in appropriate contexts.
Career outcomes
- Leadership in the development and use of technology
Curriculum
- Students combine advanced technical subjects with courses in economics
- Politics
- Quantitative methods and social science
- And complete a research thesis
- Typically in four terms. Leadership and communication are emphasised.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree or equivalent with programme-specific prerequisites
- GRE or GMAT only where the department requires it
- English test scores for applicants whose primary language is not English
- Minimums set by each department.
- No central minimum published
- Set by department.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree or equivalent, Program-specific prerequisites, GRE or GMAT per department.
Language tests
- IELTS 7.5
- Duolingo 135
- Cambridge 191
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results (if applicable).
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements. Prepare the relevant academic and supporting documents. Submit the completed application through the institution's admissions process. Provide any further documents requested by the admissions team. Await an admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $67,140 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $90 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Cambridge campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | MIT Stephen A. Schwarzman College of Computing |
| Department | Technology and Policy Program |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 66,60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship consideration may depend on the specific program, Academic merit, Applicant status and available funding. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Dec 2026
32 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $67,140 USD per year. The application fee is $90 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $35,966 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 7.5, Duolingo 135, Cambridge 191.