Brandeis Advantage
Brandeis is ranked among the best U.S. universities by U.S. News and World Report. Located close to Boston, a multicultural hub of finance, technology and innovation.
Flexible Program Options
Find the right program for you: 9 Months, 16 Months, Dual Degree or Part-Time.
Multiple Career Possibilities
Learn practical skills for careers in risk management, transfer pricing and valuation, asset management, corporate finance and more. Our recent MSF graduates earn U.S. salaries as high as $150,000.
STEM-designated
Study in a program that lets international students extend a 12-month post-graduate practical training experience by an additional 24 months. Learn more.
Creating Global Financial Experts
Gain expertise in financial modeling and statistical analysis to influence decisions in major financial institutions and corporations. Partner program of the CFA Institute and the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP).
Real-world Expertise
Build hands-on, quantitative skills in our Bloomberg Lab, company internships, field projects and faculty-guided research.
Renowned Faculty
Learn from faculty experts who are leaders in academic research and seasoned financial professionals.
Scholarships
100% of admitted students are considered for partial and full-tuition scholarships.
A Close-knit Community
Learn more about our multi-cultural and supportive campus environment.
MSF graduates leave Brandeis with expertise to succeed in banking, consulting, asset management and more. MSF alumni have been hired at companies including Fidelity Investments, JPMorgan Chase & Co., State Street Corp., Santander Bank and Deloitte.
Two semesters of coursework, including a required field project. Designed for candidates who have an academic background in finance or similar field and/or two years of relevant work experience.
Please note that the 9-month program begins in Fall 2024. Applications are now open.
Three semesters of coursework, including a required field project. Candidates can hone their skills by selecting one of four concentrations.
Graduate and undergraduate dual degrees are available for students admitted to Brandeis University. Dual degrees allow students to complete two degrees with less credits than are required to earn each degree independently. Learn more.
Students may pursue the MSF program on a part-time basis. Part-time students typically complete eight credits per semester. The part-time status is optimal for students who have flexible schedules as courses are held throughout the day. Students can finish the part-time MSF program in 2-3 years (taking 4-5 classes a year).
Ranked #8 in the United States for best master’s of finance programs by TFE Times.
Ranked among the best business schools in the United States by U.S. News & World Report.
Ranked among the best master’s in finance programs in the world by QS.
Ranked among the best business schools in the world by The Princeton Review.
Partner in the Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) Institute’s University Affiliation Program.
Academic partner program of the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP).
Academic partner of the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Association.
Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Are you ready to get started? Request more information or begin applying today.
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Looking for more information on admissions? Contact the admissions team or connect with an MSF student ambassador at globalambassadors@brandeis.edu.
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