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    Finance MS

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    Buffalo, USMSIn-person18 months
    STEM-OPT
    $46,320.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    35%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    36
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Finance MS at University at Buffalo is a 36-credit, 18-month, in-person MS program based in Buffalo, US. Tuition is $46,320 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides graduate-level education in finance with tracks in financial management and quantitative finance, covering analytical skills, investment management, derivatives, risk management, and fintech.

    Focus: coursework
    Financial Times Masters in Finance 2025: 60

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $92,970.00
    Avg starting salary
    $18,700.00
    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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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Finance MS at University at Buffalo cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Finance MS at University at Buffalo is $46,320 across 36 required credits.
    Is Finance MS at University at Buffalo online or in-person?
    Finance MS at University at Buffalo is offered in-person.
    How long does Finance MS at University at Buffalo take to complete?
    Finance MS at University at Buffalo is structured around 18 months and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Finance MS at University at Buffalo?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA
    Is Finance MS at University at Buffalo STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Finance MS at University at Buffalo is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.