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    Master of Science in Finance (MSF)

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    South Bend, USMSFIn-person11 months
    STEM-OPT
    $74,618.00
    Tuition
    over 11mo
    48
    Cohort
    students
    38
    Credits
    $50.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at University of Notre Dame is a 38-credit, 11-month, in-person MSF program based in South Bend, US. Tuition is $74,618 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    38-credit-hour quant-focused curriculum covering financial modeling, valuation, and forecasting. Prepares students for careers in private wealth management, investing, consulting, banking, and corporate finance.

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    Deadlines

    Early Action 2026
    Sep 4, 2026
    Rolling
    TBA

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GMAT® or GRE scores are not required for students who have, or are expected to have, an undergraduate degree from a U.S. college or university prior to enrollment. Applicants from colleges and universities outside the U.S. are required to submit a valid GMAT® score or apply for a GMAT waiver.
    GMAT
    optional
    Min GMAT® or GRE scores are not required for students who have, or are expected to have, an undergraduate degree from a U.S. college or university prior to enrollment. Applicants from colleges and universities outside the U.S. are required to submit a valid GMAT® score or apply for a GMAT waiver. We do not accept test scores older than five years.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Non-U.S. citizen applicants (and U.S. citizens with extensive international study) must submit an English proficiency test score. Accepted tests include TOEFL®, IELTS™, PTE Academic, or the Duolingo English Test. Test scores may be waived if you completed at least six full-time semesters or nine full-time quarters at a university where English is the primary language.
    IELTS
    required
    Min Non-U.S. citizen applicants (and U.S. citizens with extensive international study) must submit an English proficiency test score. Accepted tests include TOEFL®, IELTS™, PTE Academic, or the Duolingo English Test. Test scores may be waived if you completed at least six full-time semesters or nine full-time quarters at a university where English is the primary language.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $77,000.00
    Avg starting salary
    $21,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at University of Notre Dame cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at University of Notre Dame is $74,618 across 38 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at University of Notre Dame online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at University of Notre Dame is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at University of Notre Dame take to complete?
    Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at University of Notre Dame is structured around 11 months and 38 credits.
    Is Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at University of Notre Dame STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at University of Notre Dame is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at University of Notre Dame cohort?
    Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at University of Notre Dame typically enrolls around 48 students per cohort.