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Prepare for a purposeful career in the dynamic world of finance with our master’s in finance (MSF) program.
Through our comprehensive, flexible, and cutting-edge curriculum, you learn from faculty experts and industry leaders over three standard semesters. The MSF program welcomes students from any undergraduate background.
Stem-designated. 36-month OPT eligible
3-semester on campus program. CPT eligible
Fall and spring entry options
Career and professional development support
Scholarships available
Programme overview
Main Subject
Finance
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Prepare for a purposeful career in the dynamic world of finance with our master’s in finance (MSF) program.
Through our comprehensive, flexible, and cutting-edge curriculum, you learn from faculty experts and industry leaders over three standard semesters. The MSF program welcomes students from any undergraduate background.
Stem-designated. 36-month OPT eligible
3-semester on campus program. CPT eligible
Fall and spring entry options
Career and professional development support
Scholarships available
Admission Requirements
103+
7.5+
3+
Please visit the Gies website to view the application deadlines and required materials.
Students in the MSF program come from a variety of backgrounds. While many students in the program have a business-related undergraduate degree, the program also attracts students with undergraduate degrees in such areas as engineering, math, physics, and computer science. Admission to the MSF program is highly competitive. Decisions are based on the individual's previous academic accomplishments, test scores, work experience, personal statement, resume, demonstrated potential for graduate and professional success, and references.
10 Jun 2026
15 Months
Jan
Aug
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Domestic
67,800 USD
International
67,800 USD
Scholarships
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Gies College of Business, Champaign, United States
15 monthsProgramme duration
67,800 USDTuition Fee/year
10 Jun, 2026Application Deadline
FinanceMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Finance
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Prepare for a purposeful career in the dynamic world of finance with our master’s in finance (MSF) program.
Through our comprehensive, flexible, and cutting-edge curriculum, you learn from faculty experts and industry leaders over three standard semesters. The MSF program welcomes students from any undergraduate background.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Finance
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Prepare for a purposeful career in the dynamic world of finance with our master’s in finance (MSF) program.
Through our comprehensive, flexible, and cutting-edge curriculum, you learn from faculty experts and industry leaders over three standard semesters. The MSF program welcomes students from any undergraduate background.
Admission Requirements
Please visit the Gies website to view the application deadlines and required materials.
Students in the MSF program come from a variety of backgrounds. While many students in the program have a business-related undergraduate degree, the program also attracts students with undergraduate degrees in such areas as engineering, math, physics, and computer science.
Admission to the MSF program is highly competitive. Decisions are based on the individual's previous academic accomplishments, test scores, work experience, personal statement, resume, demonstrated potential for graduate and professional success, and references.
Domestic
International
Scholarships
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