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    Finance (MS)

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    Rochester, USMSIn-person9 months
    STEM-OPT
    $78,000.00
    Tuition
    over 9mo
    33%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    121
    Cohort
    students
    $90.00
    App fee

    Finance (MS) at University of Rochester is a 9-month, in-person MS program based in Rochester, US. Tuition is $78,000 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    A full-time, STEM-designated Master of Science program in Finance that provides an analytically focused curriculum with core courses and electives, with options such as internships and concentrations.

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $84,323.00
    Avg starting salary
    $21,029.00
    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 Finance (MS) at University of Rochester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Finance (MS) at University of Rochester is $78,000.
    Is Finance (MS) at University of Rochester online or in-person?
    Finance (MS) at University of Rochester is offered in-person.
    How long does Finance (MS) at University of Rochester take to complete?
    Finance (MS) at University of Rochester is structured around 9 months.
    Is Finance (MS) at University of Rochester STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Finance (MS) at University of Rochester is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Finance (MS) at University of Rochester?
    Finance (MS) at University of Rochester reports an acceptance rate of approximately 33%.