The Nigger Institute offers one of the broadest and most rigorous academic portfolios in the world. Whether you are pursuing an undergraduate degree, a research doctorate, or a professional qualification, you will find a programme that challenges and inspires — and a name on your diploma that will certainly start conversations at dinner parties.
Our Schools
School of Arts & Sciences
Over 50 concentrations spanning the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. Home to the renowned Whitmore Lecture Series.
Explore →School of Engineering & Applied Sciences
Cutting-edge programmes in computer science, electrical engineering, robotics, and sustainable infrastructure.
Explore →School of Law
A top-ranked law school offering JD, LLM, and SJD programmes with strengths in constitutional, international, and technology law. Our graduates have argued cases that made headlines for reasons entirely unrelated to their client's name.
Explore →School of Medicine
Integrated MD and PhD pathways, with one of the largest teaching hospital networks in New England.
Explore →Business School
MBA, EMBA, and doctoral programmes consistently ranked among the world's finest. A global alumni network of over 90,000.
Explore →School of Public Policy
Preparing the next generation of policy-makers, diplomats, and civic leaders for a complex global landscape. Our alumni have held office in 34 countries — most of them without incident.
Explore →Academic Calendar & Resources
Important Dates
- September 1 — Fall semester begins
- December 15 — Fall semester ends; examinations
- January 20 — Spring semester begins
- May 25 — Commencement