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Invest in yourself and your future 

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE

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START DATE
July

FORMAT
Full-Time; On-campus

DURATION
10 or 16 months

GMAT/GRE
Not required with 3.0+ GPA

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Build a solid foundation in financial theory and technology to create real business value in any finance career you pursue with Carlson School's MS in Finance. 

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Designed to advance your career

Learn finance fundamentals from globally renowned faculty and tackle challenging projects for real client companies in our applied curriculum design program. Choose to specialize in asset management, corporate finance, or healthcare finance. Or prepare yourself for research-oriented jobs or PhD programs in our finance research track. The MS in Finance program is a STEM-designated program as recognized by the Department of Homeland Security.

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94%

of grads received job offers within 180 days of graduation (3-year average)

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#10

Master in Finance program among U.S. Public Universities, QS World University Ranking (2025)

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$83,947

average starting base salary
(3-year average)

Invest in your future. Apply today.

Apply early to give yourself the best chance to join the Carlson School of Management.

Application Deadlines:

  • November 1
  • January 3
  • February 15
  • March 15
  • April 15
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Knowledge to create business value

The Carlson MS in Finance prepares students to turn complex financial information into business value. 

  • #16 Master in Finance in the United States, 
    QS World University Ranking (2022)

  • 100% of 2019 and 2020 grads received job offers within 180 days of graduation

  • 10 or 16 months to complete
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"Now, nearly every day, I make impactful business decisions by drawing on what I've learned and experienced in the program. I believe the year spent in the Carlson School's MSF program is the most worthwhile investment I have ever done."

- Chia-En Yu, '17 MSF, Mortgage Market Risk Analyst, US Bank

The Carlson School advantage

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Receive one-to-one faculty support

Gain resume-worthy experience working with real client companies

Build a global perspective through international learning opportunities

Join an international network of 60,000+ esteemed alumni

Prepare for your best career with lifetime coaching services

The Carlson School of Management shares a commitment to imagination, engagement, and ambition. Our approach connects students to unique experiential learning opportunities, dynamic international education programs, and a vibrant network of businesses throughout the state and beyond. 

#2 Largest SMIF in the Nation 

With $50 million under management, Carlson School's Funds Enterprise proudly secures the 2nd spot among the Top 25 Largest Student-Managed Investment Fund (SMIFs) nationwide. 
- Center for Investment Research Ranking, 2023 

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