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    Financial Technology (MS)

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    Orlando, USMSIn-person18 months
    STEM-OPT
    $38,294.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    65
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $31.00
    App fee

    Financial Technology (MS) at University of Central Florida is a 30-credit, 18-month, in-person MS program based in Orlando, US. Tuition is $38,294 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program blending finance and computer science courses covering artificial intelligence, blockchain, cybersecurity, mobile application development, and peer-to-peer lending. Focuses on developing technical skills to address inefficiencies in financial services using emerging technologies.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jul 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min A computer-based score of 233 (or 91 internet-based score) on the Test of English as a Foreign language (TOEFL) if an applicant is from a country where English is not the official language, or if an applicant’s degree is not from an accredited U.S. institution, or if an applicant did not earn a degree in a country where English is the only official language or a university where English is the only official language of instruction. Although we prefer the TOEFL, we will accept IELTS scores of 7.0.
    IELTS
    required
    Min we will accept IELTS scores of 7.0.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (F-1 post-completion); 24-month STEM OPT extension may be available only if the program/major is on the STEM Designated Degree Program list and the student meets STEM OPT eligibility requirements.

    $19,842.00
    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.

    Recommendations

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Financial Technology (MS) at University of Central Florida cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Financial Technology (MS) at University of Central Florida is $38,294 across 30 required credits.
    Is Financial Technology (MS) at University of Central Florida online or in-person?
    Financial Technology (MS) at University of Central Florida is offered in-person.
    How long does Financial Technology (MS) at University of Central Florida take to complete?
    Financial Technology (MS) at University of Central Florida is structured around 18 months and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Financial Technology (MS) at University of Central Florida?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA
    Is Financial Technology (MS) at University of Central Florida STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Financial Technology (MS) at University of Central Florida is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.