Are you looking to advance your industry knowledge and upskill your professional capabilities, but without the commitment of a full-time degree program? MIT Professional Education’s Advanced Study Program (ASP) is the perfect solution. This unique opportunity allows you to experience an MIT education—your way—by enrolling in classes as a non-degree student for a semester, a year, or even longer.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise in a specific field or explore new areas of interest, the ASP offers the flexibility to tailor your learning journey to your goals. With access to more than 2,000 courses in the MIT catalog, you’ll have the freedom to create your own course of study. Imagine the possibilities: learning cutting-edge concepts from world-class faculty, engaging in hands-on projects, and collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the world. All of this takes place on MIT’s dynamic Kendall Square campus, a hub of innovation and creativity.

Specifically, the Advanced Study Program allows you to:

• Take classes taught by MIT’s renowned faculty, who are leaders in their fields
• Access the latest research and breakthroughs in your area of interest
• Build a powerful network of top professionals and innovators from around the globe
• Earn academic credits and receive an official MIT transcript
• Acquire the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced, technical global economy

Whether you’re a working professional seeking to stay ahead in your industry or an individual eager to explore new horizons, the Advanced Study Program provides the tools, resources, and flexibility to help you succeed. Take the next step in your professional journey and join a community of learners who are shaping the future.

Full-Time Students

Full-time students enroll in a full course load (36 or more units) for the semester and study for one or more semesters. They may be from the United States or from abroad. Students from more than 35 different countries have participated in the Advanced Study Program in recent years and are eligible for visa sponsorship.

Full-time students often come to MIT while enrolled in a degree program at another institution, or they may be taking a sabbatical from work or transitioning into a new field of employment.