MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Master of Science in Finance (MSF) is a full-time, 11-month program that prepares students for a career in finance, trading, portfolio management, and more. With an emphasis on hands-on learning and professional development, the MSF program combines a solid foundation in finance with exposure to the areas reshaping finance today.
• Accelerated 11-month schedule
• Customizable curriculum
KEY FEATURES CURRICULUM
• Hands-on learning with cutting-edge technology
• Professional development and career Support
• STEM-designated program
The 30-credit MSF curriculum balances foundational courses in financial theory and principles with the opportunity to explore your interests through a wide variety of electives. The program is designed to enable you to gain the exposure and skills most relevant to your intended career path within finance.
FOUNDATIONAL COURSES
• Corporate Finance
• Introduction to Quantitative Methods in Finance (Python and Rs)
SAMPLE ELECTIVES
• Quantitative Finance
• International Finance
• Investment Banking
• Fixed Income
• Portfolio Management
• Derivatives and Risk Management
• Analyzing and Leveraging Data
• Investment Management
• Alternative Investments
• Multinational Financial Management
The Villanova MSF program is STEM-designated, meeting governmental criteria as an approved field of study in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. International students who complete the MSF and are working in their direct field of study are eligible to apply for a potential STEM OPT visa extension to gain up to an additional 24 months of work experience.
EMPLOYMENT OUTCOMES* $94,833 AVERAGE BASE SALARY $8,166 AVERAGE SIGNING BONUS 93% ACCEPTED A JOB OFFER PRIOR WITHIN SIX MONTHS *As of May 2023. Disclaimer: Career outcomes and salary information are based on self-reported student data collected by the VSB Graduate Business Programs Office.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
Students from all majors are encouraged to apply. Work experience is not required, but it is a favorable addition to a student’s application.
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TUITION INFORMATION
The academic year tuition for the entire program is $52,500.
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• The university assesses an additional $100 general fee each semester.
• Tuition costs may be higher if you require additional coursework beyond the standard curriculum.
• Students participating in the MSF Fellows Program receive 50% reduced tuition plus a monthly stipend. AVERAGE AGE AVERAGE GPA
APPLICATION INFORMATION
REQUIREMENTS
• Online application
• Resume
• Official transcript of academic credentials
• Two letters of recommendation
• One essay
• GMAT, GMAT Focus Exam, or GRE . GMAT/GRE waivers are available on a case-by-case basis.
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MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS, FELLOWSHIPS, AND FINANCIAL AID ARE AVAILABLE!
APPLICATION DEADLINES
Round 1: November 15
Round 2: January 15
Round 3: March 15
Round 4: June 15 SCAN HERE TO
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