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    Specialized Master in Finance

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    Columbus, USSMFIn-person16 months
    STEM-OPT
    $68,047.00
    Tuition
    over 16mo
    27%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    90
    Cohort
    students
    36
    Credits
    $70.00
    App fee

    Specialized Master in Finance at Ohio State University-Main Campus is a 36-credit, 16-month, in-person SMF program based in Columbus, US. Tuition is $68,047 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides 36 credit hours over three semesters with core coursework in finance fundamentals, elective pathways in corporate finance/investment banking, investment management, risk management, and real estate, plus professional development, a finance capstone project, and preparation for certifications like CFA.

    Focus: coursework
    #6 in Finance (public) U.S. News & World Report Specialties 2025-26; #28 overall

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    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min TEST OPTIONAL FOR 2026 APPLICANTS: Specialized Master in Finance applicants are no longer required to submit a GMAT or GRE standardized test score along with their application. However, we do accept scores from those whose application profiles would benefit from the addition of good test scores.
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    Min TEST OPTIONAL FOR 2026 APPLICANTS: Specialized Master in Finance applicants are no longer required to submit a GMAT or GRE standardized test score along with their application. However, we do accept scores from those whose application profiles would benefit from the addition of good test scores.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 79 on the TOEFL iBT
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 on the IELTS Academic test

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $75,254.00
    Avg starting salary
    $15,902.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Specialized Master in Finance at Ohio State University-Main Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Specialized Master in Finance at Ohio State University-Main Campus is $68,047 across 36 required credits.
    Is Specialized Master in Finance at Ohio State University-Main Campus online or in-person?
    Specialized Master in Finance at Ohio State University-Main Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Specialized Master in Finance at Ohio State University-Main Campus take to complete?
    Specialized Master in Finance at Ohio State University-Main Campus is structured around 16 months and 36 credits.
    Is Specialized Master in Finance at Ohio State University-Main Campus STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Specialized Master in Finance at Ohio State University-Main Campus is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Specialized Master in Finance at Ohio State University-Main Campus?
    Specialized Master in Finance at Ohio State University-Main Campus reports an acceptance rate of approximately 27%.