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    Master of Science in Quantitative Finance

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    Shanghai, CNMSIn-person1 year
    $74,736.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    36
    Credits
    $120.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Quantitative Finance at New York University is a 36-credit, 1-year, in-person MS program based in Shanghai, CN. Tuition is $74,736.

    About the program

    Prepares students with strong quantitative backgrounds for finance roles by covering financial architecture functions including trading, derivatives, asset management, and risk management. Includes core courses in finance, statistics, stochastic modeling, and a capstone project applying analytical techniques to real-world cases.

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    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Summer 2027
    Oct 31, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min No minimum GRE score required
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL or IELTS scores for international students (not required if previous degree(s) were earned at an institution where English is the language of instruction)
    IELTS
    required
    Min TOEFL or IELTS scores for international students (not required if previous degree(s) were earned at an institution where English is the language of instruction)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $31,523.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Quantitative Finance at New York University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Quantitative Finance at New York University is $74,736 across 36 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Quantitative Finance at New York University online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Quantitative Finance at New York University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Quantitative Finance at New York University take to complete?
    Master of Science in Quantitative Finance at New York University is structured around 1 year and 36 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Science in Quantitative Finance at New York University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Science in Quantitative Finance at New York University: 12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)