Overview

The Real Estate programme at Harvard University provides a comprehensive foundation in the traditional skills and modern knowledge required for success in the global property sector. Students engage with a multidisciplinary curriculum that bridges the gap between financial viability and beneficial spatial or social outcomes. This intensive course of study prepares graduates to lead in a rapidly evolving international market.

Why Real Estate at Harvard University?

Students benefit from being part of one of the world’s largest design schools, gaining access to a network of over 200 faculty members and a diverse graduate community. The programme is hosted within the Department of Urban Planning and Design, offering unique insights from leading scholars in land use, housing, and healthy cities. Furthermore, learners enjoy cross-registration privileges at prestigious institutions including the Harvard Business School, the Kennedy School, and MIT.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 92265 per year
National fee: USD 92265 per year
Local fee: USD 92265 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum combines core requirements with elective options and a concluding off-campus practicum. Modules may include:

Finance
Asset Management
Project and Construction Management
Public-private Partnerships
Entrepreneurship
Negotiation
Leadership
Urban Design and Planning
Land Use and Environmental Law

Careers with Real Estate

Graduates are equipped for diverse roles within both private and public real estate organisations. The programme focuses on developing professionals capable of managing complex development projects, asset portfolios, and construction processes. By integrating new technologies such as AI and focusing on sustainable urbanism, the degree prepares students for leadership positions in property development, investment, and metropolitan planning worldwide.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Real Estate Finance and Development

Urban Economics and Market Analysis

Design and Design Thinking for Real Estate

Real Estate, Society, Environment

Construction Management, Project Management, New Technologies

Advanced Real Estate Finance

Public and Private Development

Development Studio

Real Estate Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

104

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United States

Disciplines

Real Estate & Property Management View 106 other Masters in Real Estate & Property Management in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

104

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Other requirements

General requirements

Gather Your Transcripts

Request Three Letters of Recommendation

Have your GRE Scores Sent to the GSD.

Have your TOEFL Scores Sent to the GSD

Edit your Resume

Write Your Essay

Prepare Your Portfolio (when required or optional)

Pay the Application Fee

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

92265 USD / year

≈ 92265 USD / year
Out-of-State

92265 USD / year

≈ 92265 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

92265 USD / year

≈ 92265 USD / year

Living costs

Cambridge

United States

1814 - 3756 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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