DEDP MicroMasters Program Announcements, Webinars, and Scholarships:
Webinar Registration
The DEDP team and a master’s program alum hosted a live webinar on August 26 in preparation for the upcoming fall term. Watch the recording on J-PAL’s YouTube channel to hear how this flexible, online graduate-level program—taught by MIT faculty—can help you build practical skills in data analysis, economics, and policy design.
Interested in attending our next webinar? Register today to join us on January 6, 2026 »
DEDP MicroMasters Scholarship Applications
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we are excited to offer scholarships for learners in different regions of the world. Scholarships cover the fees necessary to take proctored exam(s). Please review the scholarship applications for more information and eligibility requirements. The application deadline is September 16, 2025.
Upcoming Course Start Dates and Deadlines:

Fall 2025 Term Start & Deadlines
- Start date: September 9, 2025
- $100 Course Price Lottery Deadline: September 17, 2025 at 23:59 UTC
- Course Enrollment Deadline: October 7, 2025
- Financial Aid Document Deadline: October 7, 2025
- Payment Deadline: October 21, 2025 at 23:59 UTC
- Proctored Exam Period: December 10 - 17
- Course End Date: December 17, 2025
Spring 2026 Term Start & Deadlines
- Start date: January 20, 2026
- $100 Course Price Lottery Deadline: January 28, 2026 at 23:59 UTC
- Course Enrollment Deadline: February 17, 2026
- Financial Aid Document Deadline: February 17, 2026
- Payment Deadline: March 3, 2026 at 23:59 UTC
- Proctored Exam Period: April 22 - 29
- Course End Date: April 29, 2026
Summer 2026 Term Start Date & Deadlines
- Start date: May 12, 2026
- $100 Course Price Lottery Deadline: May 20, 2026 at 23:59 UTC
- Course Enrollment Deadline: June 9, 2026
- Financial Aid Document Deadline: June 9, 2026
- Payment Deadline: June 23, 2026 at 23:59 UTC
- Proctored Exam Period: August 12 - August 19
- Course End Date: August 19, 2026
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