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    Master of Science in Financial Engineering

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    New York, USMSIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $93,024.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    8%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    136
    Cohort
    students
    36
    Credits
    $85.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Financial Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York is a 36-credit, 1-year, in-person MS program based in New York, US. Tuition is $93,024 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides training in applying engineering methodologies and quantitative techniques to finance, covering optimization, stochastic models, Monte Carlo methods, continuous time finance models, and statistical analysis. It includes core courses and electives in areas like machine learning, AI, derivatives pricing, and risk management.

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $138,000.00
    Avg starting salary
    $28,748.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Financial Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Financial Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York is $93,024 across 36 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Financial Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Financial Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Financial Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York take to complete?
    Master of Science in Financial Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York is structured around 1 year and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Financial Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 (out of 4) GPA is preferred
    Is Master of Science in Financial Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Financial Engineering at Columbia University in the City of New York is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.