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Don’t just gather data, maximize it.

Finance is a lucrative, fast-moving field, and the competition is fierce. Ranked No. 3 in the US by Financial Times, the analytically rigorous, STEM-designated MS in Finance program from Simon Business School can help you gain a competitive edge. Whether you’re pursuing a career in corporate finance, financial services, or risk management, Simon will give you the tools you need to succeed.

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Why Simon?

An MS in Finance degree from Simon Business School will give you more than a credential—it will help you see sharper and get to the heart of any problem.

Thought Leadership

Not one, but three preeminent finance journals were started and/or edited at Simon: the Journal of Finance Economics, the Journal of Accounting and Economics, and the Journal of Monetary Economics.

Acclaimed Curriculum

Driven by our acclaimed curriculum, Simon’s MS in Finance program gives you the skills and credentials to succeed in an industry that historically attracts the best of the best.

STEM Designation

STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) skills are becoming increasingly important in today’s data-driven business environment. A STEM-designated MS in Finance degree from Simon signals program quality and analytical rigor to employers and also allows international students up to 36 months of optional practical training (OPT) in a STEM-eligible role.

Real-World Experience

Choose between two study tracks: graduate after two semesters on our non-internship track, or choose the expanded internship option to gain real-world experience that can help you excel. We also provide hands-on, experiential learning opportunities to help you gain new perspectives.

Our Finance students take particular interest in opportunities like the Meliora Fund, which provides a forum for students to gain insight into investment selection and portfolio management. There’s also the Simon Venture Fund, which creates a unique experiential learning opportunity for students with respect to venture capital, private equity, and entrepreneurship.

Integrated Student Experience

The Jay S. and Jeanne Benet Career Management Center and the Office of Student Engagement (OSE) are important professional resources for Finance students. We strive to connect you to the right career opportunities with leading employers who value the Simon approach to graduate marketing education. You’ll also find a wealth of co-curricular opportunities that will enhance your student experience, like our range of student clubs. From social to academic, there’s something for everyone.

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May 1

Click below to start your application, or check your eligibility now to discover whether you’re a good fit for Simon. Read on to learn more about out our admissions process and our Integrated Student Experience—which transforms our students into business professionals.

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Merit-based scholarships available

Standardized test waivers available for qualified applicants

Your application fee for the MS in Finance program is waived!

Decision notification by June 15

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Supported by a proven curriculum and complemented by the School’s publication of three preeminent journals, you’ll do more with numbers than just crunch them in Simon’s MS in Finance program.

Learn from the best: leading scholars teach our quantitatively rigorous program, and our Khani-de Silva Investment Lab lets you monitor and analyze real-time financial market data. In addition to Financial Times ranking Simon’s MS in Finance program in the top 10 in the US for more than five years, Simon faculty continue to make their mark as founders and editors of some of the world’s most highly-acclaimed business publications, including the Journal of Financial Economics and the Journal of Monetary Economics. To complement your classwork, the Benet Career Management Center offers co-curricular programming to support your career search.

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Employment Overview:

MS in Finance

An early indication of our 2020 MS in Finance employment outcomes is now available. Explore MS in Finance careers or download the 2019 Employment Report to see what our graduates are doing.

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94%

Accepted
Employment

6 months post graduation

67K

Mean Base
Salary

for graduates hired in North America

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Applying to Simon’s MS in Finance Program

Our Admissions staff takes the time to get to know each MSF applicant personally. We encourage you to reach out to us early to help you strengthen your application and identify scholarship opportunities. We have five application deadlines throughout the year—meaning we process applications as they are received. The sooner you apply in any of the rounds, the sooner you’ll hear back from us.

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Fall 2021 Deadlines

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Round	Application Window	Deadline	Decision By
Round 1	September 1–October 15	October 15	December 15
Round 2	October 16–January 5	January 5	March 20
Round 3	January 6–February 15	February 15	April 15
Round 4	February 16–March 31	March 31	May 15
Round 5	April 1–May 1	May 1	June 15

Round-Five

Important Note: As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve around the world, please know the Simon Admissions Team has care and concern for you, your family and friends, and all those affected. If you are targeting 2021 enrollment and have specific questions or concerns about the application process, please view our FAQs. We are committed to supporting you and your graduate business goals during this challenging time.

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I chose Simon because I wanted to develop an analytical mindset. The diverse student population that the school promoted was also a major draw for me.

Jamie-Hugh Brown ’19

Assistant Vice President – Financial Solutions Senior Analyst

Citigroup

Simon has a really tight linkage between students and alumni. Even before I enrolled, I got the chance to communicate with several excellent alumni who gave me insightful and practical advice for my career goals.

Pinwen (Blair) Gao ’18

Financial Analyst

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Spring Semester 2021 FAQs:

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Full-Time MS in Full-Time Finance

Don’t just gather data, maximize it.

Why Simon?

Next Application Deadline:

Merit-based scholarships available

Standardized test waivers available for qualified applicants

Your application fee for the MS in Finance program is waived!

Decision notification by June 15

Supported by a proven curriculum and complemented by the School’s publication of three preeminent journals, you’ll do more with numbers than just crunch them in Simon’s MS in Finance program.

Employment Overview:

MS in Finance

Applying to Simon’s MS in Finance Program

Fall 2021 Deadlines