Master of Science in Finance (MSF)

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.

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100%

of seeking students secured an internship or field project.

$83,545

average U.S. salary and bonus, with salaries ranging up to $150,000 based on industry and experience.

95%

of job seekers secured employment or started their own business within six months of graduation.

Launch Your Global Career

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.

Evan Goddard, MSF’24

Riya Ohri, MSF’25

Shivam Gossain, MSF’25

Cedric Chettiar, MSF’25

Shaily Nahar, MSF’25

Diana Babich, MSF’25

Shifali Nalawade, MSF’25

Aaron Sam, MSF’23

Finance Manager, Procter & Gamble

Beizhi Zhang, MSF’18

Finance & Strategy Associate, DoorDash

Samyak Nahar, MSF’20

Senior Associate, Ernst & Young, LLP

Vaishnavi Karwa, MSF’21

Senior Financial Analyst, American Express

MSF’21 | India

Milos Becarevic, MSF’17

Investment Data Analyst, BlackRock

MSF’17 | Serbia

Moyinoluwa Abiola, MSF’20

Senior Analyst, Goldman Sachs

MSF’20 | Nigeria

Hitesh Sharma, MSF’21

Investment analyst, BlackRock

MSF’21 | Nepal

Melina Reyes Yépez, MSF’15

REEF

MSF’15 | Dominican Republic

Ezra Levine, MSF’11

Arrowstreet Capital

MSF’14 | United States

Sanjana Dugar, MSF’20

Tax Consultant II, Deloitte LLP

MSF’20 | India

Thomas Reedy, MSF’07

John Hancock

MSF’07 | United States

Richard Peck, MSF’00

Wells Capital Management

MSF’00 | United States

Pia McCusker, MSF’00

State Street Global Advisors

MSF’00 | United States

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MSF Program Options

9 Months

For students beginning their program in Fall 2025 or later, the 9-month MSF is a 34-credit program. It includes two semesters of coursework, a required field project, and is designed for candidates with a finance background or at least two years of relevant experience.

16 Months

For students beginning their program in Fall 2025 or later, the MSF is a 44-credit program. It includes three semesters of coursework, a required internship or field project, and the option to hone skills by selecting one of four concentrations.

Dual Degrees

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.

Part-Time

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).