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The Master of Science in Engineering and Public Policy provides students with a background in engineering with the tools necessary to conduct robust policy analysis.
If you want to earn your master’s in Engineering and Public Policy at Northeastern, Global Pathways can help you succeed through rigorous language training, cultural activities, and support.
To enter this Global Pathways program, you must meet the College of Engineering’s admissions scores. Please note, your English language score will determine the length of your Global Pathways studies.
English Score for 1 term:
TOEFL iBT 74 / IELTS 6.5 / PTE 50
English Score for 2 term:
TOEFL iBT 61 / IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) / PTE 46
3.0
GRE (Q: 160)
January
May
August
One Semester:
$16,609 USD
Two Semesters:
$28,490 USD*
* Two semester option does not apply to College of Professional Studies programs
2-4
One Semester:
4 months
Two Semesters:
8 months*
* Two semester option does not apply to College of Professional Studies programs
Once you are admitted to this Global Pathways program, you will participate in the following courses. In your final semester, you’ll participate in a content course specific to your desired master’s degree.
To explore course requirements and curriculum information for this program, please visit the Academics Page for the most up-to-date information.
After successful completion of your Global Pathways courses, you must meet the following criteria to enter the Master of Science in Engineering and Public Policy:
TOEFL 85 / IELTS 7
3.0
None
September
January
$54,200 USD
32
21 Months