OpenFieldMIT Master of Science in Technology and Policy (TPP)
Rigorous two-year interdisciplinary Master of Science program bridging cutting-edge engineering innovation with international energy policy, cybersecurity governance, and economic regulation.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor of Science in engineering or quantitative sciences with strong academic marks.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 100.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- General GRE scores accepted.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Statement of purpose demonstrating passion for technology-driven public policy challenges.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic or professional recommendation letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full research assistantships (RA) providing tuition coverage and monthly stipends available for admitted students
- Application fee
- USD $75 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Fully subsidized for students holding research assistant appointments.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 (Annual admission deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Massachusetts Institute of Technology documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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