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    MSc in Financial Economics

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    Oxford, GBMScIn-person9 months
    £62,920.00
    Tuition
    over 9mo
    8.28%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    88
    Cohort
    students
    £75.00
    App fee

    MSc in Financial Economics at University of Oxford is a 9-month, in-person MSc program based in Oxford, GB. Tuition is £62,920.

    About the program

    Nine-month full-time program combining rigorous academic training in economics, econometrics, and finance with electives and practical applications. Covers core courses and electives tailored for careers in financial institutions.

    Focus: coursework
    1 (QS Business Master's Rankings: Finance 2024), 9 (Financial Times Masters in Finance 2024) | 1 (Financial Times Masters in Finance 2024)

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    Deadlines

    Stage 1 2027
    Oct 24, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Mar 4, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min we do not require a minimum GMAT or GRE score
    GMAT
    required
    Min we do not require a minimum GMAT or GRE score
    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Minimum Score: 110 Minimum required on each component: Listening - 22, Reading - 24, Writing - 24, Speaking - 25 Test scores must all be achieved in one sitting; we do not accept TOEFL Best Score results. We cannot accept a computer based TOEFL score; this includes TOEFL iBT Home Edition. From 21 January 2026, the University of Oxford will no longer be accepting TOEFL iBT test scores to prove English proficiency. Results from tests taken before 21 January 2026 will be accepted as normal.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Minimum Score: 7.5 Minimum required on each component: 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years (Graduate Route visa)

    £64,164.00
    Avg starting salary
    £18,315.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MSc in Financial Economics at University of Oxford cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MSc in Financial Economics at University of Oxford is £62,920.
    Is MSc in Financial Economics at University of Oxford online or in-person?
    MSc in Financial Economics at University of Oxford is offered in-person.
    How long does MSc in Financial Economics at University of Oxford take to complete?
    MSc in Financial Economics at University of Oxford is structured around 9 months.
    What GPA is required for MSc in Financial Economics at University of Oxford?
    Per the program's published guidance: A first class or strong upper second class undergraduate degree (with honours)
    How competitive is MSc in Financial Economics at University of Oxford?
    MSc in Financial Economics at University of Oxford reports an acceptance rate of approximately 8.28%.