DEDP Master's Program
Program Costs
Tuition
To earn the Master of Applied Science in Data, Economics and Development Policy, students must first earn the MITx MicroMasters credential. The five online courses which make up the online credential cost between $100-$1000 per course, based on a student’s ability to pay.
Approximate MIT costs for the in-person component of the degree (the spring and summer semester) are available below for the 2022 academic year. Please note that these costs are subject to change. To find the most up-to-date tuition costs by semester, please visit the Registrar’s Office website. Learners who are admitted to the program will be eligible to apply for financial support through scholarships. Please see the funding opportunities page for more information.
Estimated Costs & Fees for Spring/Summer 2022
- Spring 2022 Semester Tuition: $27,755
- Estimated Summer 2022 Semester Tuition (Internship): $600
- Student Life Fee: $184
- Health insurance: $2,000
- Estimated living expenses: $20,000
Please note living expenses will vary during the summer semester based on internship placement. The above estimates are based on the MIT cost of living during the entire internship placement. Living expenses and health insurance costs will also vary if you are planning to attend the program with dependents/spouse.
The MIT Graduate Admissions website provides information on living expenses (please note that this information is a 12-month period). This will give a rough estimate of the cost of living for a student and will be helpful to look over if you are bringing a partner or dependents. You can also view the MIT Medical website to give you an idea of costs for student and partner health insurance.
