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    Master of Science in Finance (MSF)

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    St. Louis, USMSIn-person18 months
    STEM-OPT
    $79,110.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    34%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    65
    Cohort
    students
    39
    Credits

    Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at Washington University in St Louis is a 39-credit, 18-month, in-person MS program based in St. Louis, US. Tuition is $79,110 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Full-time master's program offering specializations in corporate finance and investments, quantitative finance, and wealth and asset management. Provides hands-on experience through experiential learning and access to Bloomberg Labs.

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    #24 US News and World Report 2025 (business school)

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    After the program

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

    $71,279.00
    Avg starting salary
    $17,520.00
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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 of Science in Finance (MSF) at Washington University in St Louis cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at Washington University in St Louis is $79,110 across 39 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at Washington University in St Louis online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at Washington University in St Louis is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at Washington University in St Louis take to complete?
    Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at Washington University in St Louis is structured around 18 months and 39 credits.
    Is Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at Washington University in St Louis STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at Washington University in St Louis is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at Washington University in St Louis?
    Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at Washington University in St Louis reports an acceptance rate of approximately 34%.