WHY CHOOSE UTAH FOR YOUR MSF DEGREE?
UTAH’S MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER IN FINANCE
If you are looking to join the next generation of financial leaders, the Master of Science in Finance (MSF) program at the University of Utah is the perfect choice for you. With a flexible curriculum that allows you to customize your degree in your field of interest, multiple academic tracks, and optional concurrent degree programs, an MSF degree from the David Eccles School of Business provides you with the knowledge and skills you need to get where you want in your career. You will learn from top-notch faculty and financial executives while having access to state-of-theart resources, including the University Venture Fund and real financial consulting projects. Additionally, the program offers various opportunities to network and connect with industry professionals and a dedicated career services team that will work with you to find the perfect job upon graduation. Pursuing an MSF degree at the University of Utah is a smart investment in your future; learn more about our program to find out why.
UTAH’S
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE PROGRAM
The TFE Times ranked our MSF as a top 10 program in the nation for 2023.
Learn more about our STEM designation for international students on page four.
RISE TO THE TOP OF THE INDUSTRY
At the David Eccles School of Business, success in the finance industry is proven. In fact, a 2023 study reported by the Wall Street Journal ranks the University of Utah as #11 in the nation for the salaries students earn in finance after graduating. With high salaries and job placement, hands-on career coaching, and a booming state economy, Utah is the perfect place to further your career in finance.
96%
Job Placement Rate
$91,195
Average Starting Salary
Your Personal Career Coach
During your time in Utah’s MSF program, you will be paired with a personal career coach that will help you land your dream job and salary. Career coaches work one-on-one with students, offering advice on resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, interviewing, job searching, and much more. Additionally, coaches connect students with industry executives and top job opportunities.
The Best State Economy In The Nation
According to the U.S. News and World Report, Utah is ranked #1 in the country for economy. It is also ranked #1 for employment, #2 for economic growth, and #3 for long-term fiscal stability. As this economy and the ‘Silicon Slopes’ attract an increasing amount of large companies and residential developments across the Wasatch front, career opportunities for MSF graduates continue to grow.
Top Hiring Partners:
1. Goldman Sachs
2. Morgan Stanley
3. Zions Bancorporation
STUDY IN AN AFFILIATED PROGRAM
In order to ensure students get the most out of their degree and are ready to make an impact in the finance industry as soon as they graduate, Utah’s MSF program has partnered with multiple organizations that play essential roles in the world of finance and education. Learn about our affiliations and designations below.
CFA Institute University Affiliate
The Chartered Financial Analyst Institute aims to promote the highest standards of ethics, education, and professional excellence as a global leader of the investment profession. In turn, our MSF curriculum is closely tied to the practice of investment management, and the program is dedicated to providing resources for students to sit for the CFA exams, for which our pass rate is 46% higher than the national average.
CAIA Academic Partner
The Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association partners with academic institutions around the world to promote education and professionalism in the alternative investment industry at the earliest career stage. Our students benefit from this through access to scholarships, CAIA networking events, and CAIA publications.
STEM Designated Program
Utah’s MSF degree is a STEM program, meaning international students holding an F-1 visa are eligible for up to 36 months of post-graduation OPT. Students can utilize the MSF career coach to find and secure employment and work in the U.S. for up to three years after completing the program.
LEARN BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
At the Eccles School, we understand that a well-rounded business education is more than lectures and reading. MSF students take the knowledge gained in the classroom and put it into applicable practice. Learn more about opportunities beyond the classroom below.
National Study Trips
Travel across the U.S. while you’re an MSF student and visit finance power destinations such as New York City and San Francisco.
Case Competitions
Practice strategizing, working in teams, presenting, and performing under pressure by joining a case competition.
Sorenson Impact Center
Want to solve a big societal challenge? MSF students can champion change through the Sorenson Impact Center.
Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute
MSF students can live, create, and launch at this nationallyranked hub for student entrepreneurs and innovators.
University Venture Fund
At UVF, top-ranking students come together to run a bona fide investment fund and do what students do best – research and debate investment deals that make a social impact.
For-Credit Programs
Get a taste of a real-life trading environment, consult for real businesses, and more through faculty-led experiential programs.
