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    Master of Science in Finance

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    Vancouver, CAMScIn-person16 months
    CA$57,022.00
    Tuition
    over 16mo
    55
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits
    CA$150.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Finance at Simon Fraser University is a 48-credit, 16-month, in-person MSc program based in Vancouver, CA. Tuition is CA$57,022.

    About the program

    The program covers financial theory, asset pricing, market and credit risk management, computational finance, financial modelling, and machine learning. Students manage a student-led investment portfolio and choose between investment management, risk management, or research streams.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Extended Fall 2026
    Jun 18, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min minimum score of 155 in each section
    V 155 · Q 155
    GMAT
    optional
    Min minimum GMAT score of 550
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 93 with a minimum of 20 in each category
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each section

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Eligible for Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) for up to 3 years.

    CA$21,662.00
    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 Finance at Simon Fraser University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Finance at Simon Fraser University is CA$57,022 across 48 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Finance at Simon Fraser University online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Finance at Simon Fraser University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Finance at Simon Fraser University take to complete?
    Master of Science in Finance at Simon Fraser University is structured around 16 months and 48 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Finance at Simon Fraser University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.33/4.33 (B+) based on the last 60 credits, or 3.0/4.33 cumulative
    How large is the Master of Science in Finance at Simon Fraser University cohort?
    Master of Science in Finance at Simon Fraser University typically enrolls around 55 students per cohort.