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    Master in Finance

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    Chicago, USMiFIn-person15 months
    STEM-OPT
    $120,752.00
    Tuition
    over 15mo
    118
    Cohort
    students
    $250.00
    App fee

    Master in Finance at University of Chicago is a 15-month, in-person MiF program based in Chicago, US. Tuition is $120,752 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides a rigorous curriculum with four core courses in finance and economics, plus nine electives that can be tailored through areas of specialization in Asset Management, Investment Banking, or Fintech. It focuses on building skills in valuation, financial modeling, data analysis, risk assessment, and decision-making for careers in finance.

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    Deadlines

    Rolling
    TBA
    Rolling 2027
    TBA

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min A GMAT or GRE score is required to apply. No minimum stated.
    GMAT
    required
    Min A GMAT or GRE score is required to apply. No minimum stated.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL: 104 total, no less than 26 on each subsection.
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS: 7.0 overall, no less than 7.0 on each section.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $35,000.00
    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 in Finance at University of Chicago cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master in Finance at University of Chicago is $120,752.
    Is Master in Finance at University of Chicago online or in-person?
    Master in Finance at University of Chicago is offered in-person.
    How long does Master in Finance at University of Chicago take to complete?
    Master in Finance at University of Chicago is structured around 15 months.
    Is Master in Finance at University of Chicago STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master in Finance at University of Chicago is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Master in Finance at University of Chicago cohort?
    Master in Finance at University of Chicago typically enrolls around 118 students per cohort.