Study options
Full-time curriculum
Study on our Boston campus and complete the program in eight months. Full-time study is F-1 visa compliant.
Part-time curriculum
Study on our Boston campus at the pace that works for you.
Program snapshots
Format
Full-time
Class Begins
January or September on our Boston campus
Credits
12-15 credits
Time to Complete
4–8 months
Graduation
Degrees are conferred in May, August, and December with a graduation ceremony held at the end of the spring term. Learn more about commencement.
GRE/GMAT Requirements
Graduate certificate programs do not require a GRE or GMAT score for admission.
F-1 visa compliant?
Yes, full-time study is compliant with F-1 visa requirements.
STEM Designated?
No.
Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
CPT is not offered at this time.
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Yes. International students on an F-1 visa that study on our Boston campus for one year may become eligible to work in the U.S. for up to 12 months after completing their program.
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Format
Part-time
Class Begins
January or September on our Boston campus
Credits
12-15 credits
Time to Complete
8 months–3 years
GMAT/GRE Requirement
Not required
F-1 visa compliant?
No.
STEM Designated?
No.
Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
CPT is not offered at this time.
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
No.
Ready to apply? Start here.
Featured Faculty
See all faculty who regularly teach in our Graduate Certificate programs.