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    Financial Economics

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    Zurich, CHMScIn-person2 years
    CHF 2,880.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    15%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits
    CHF 150.00
    App fee

    Financial Economics at University of Zurich is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Zurich, CH. Tuition is CHF 2,880.

    About the program

    The program examines theoretical and mathematical concepts of financial markets, behavioral finance, and Switzerland as a financial center. It includes practical lectures and seminars on hedge funds, portfolio management, and real estate.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Apr 30, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Nov 30, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The submission of a GMAT or GRE is mandatory for all applicants from universities abroad, from universities of applied sciences (CH/abroad) or for applicants with a Bachelor's degree in a non-subject (CH/abroad).
    GMAT
    optional
    Min The submission of a GMAT or GRE is mandatory for all applicants from universities abroad, from universities of applied sciences (CH/abroad) or for applicants with a Bachelor's degree in a non-subject (CH/abroad).
    TOEFL
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic (not older than 2 years) Required score: 7. Minimum 6.5 in Speaking and Writing. TOEFL iBT / MyBestTM Scores to TOEFL iBT (not older than 2 years) Test date before 21 January 2026: 100. Minimum 25 in Speaking and 26 in Writing.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic (not older than 2 years) Required score: 7. Minimum 6.5 in Speaking and Writing.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    6 months job search permit (Switzerland)

    CHF 109,661.00
    Avg starting salary
    CHF 26,400.00
    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 Financial Economics at University of Zurich cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Financial Economics at University of Zurich is CHF 2,880 across 120 required credits.
    Is Financial Economics at University of Zurich online or in-person?
    Financial Economics at University of Zurich is offered in-person.
    How long does Financial Economics at University of Zurich take to complete?
    Financial Economics at University of Zurich is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    How competitive is Financial Economics at University of Zurich?
    Financial Economics at University of Zurich reports an acceptance rate of approximately 15%.
    How large is the Financial Economics at University of Zurich cohort?
    Financial Economics at University of Zurich typically enrolls around 30 students per cohort.