University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign - Gies College of Business

Master of Science in Finance

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Know More about the Illinois - Gies Master of Science in Finance Program

The Master of Science in Finance at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaigns Gies College of Business provides advanced training in financial analysis, risk management, and investment strategies. The program emphasizes data-driven decision-making and leverages strong industry connections to prepare students for careers in corporate finance, banking, and asset management. ..... Read More

Duration

15 Months

How does the Class Profile of Illinois - Gies's Master of Science in Finance Program look like?

Class Size

130

Average Age

23.0

Average Work Experience

1.0

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Median Earnings after Graduation

USD 80,000/- year

Graduation Rate

85.00 %

Recruiters

U.S. Bank Deloitte Consulting Accenture 3M JPMorgan Chase & Co. CICC Piper Sandler Goldman Sachs Tesla PepsiCo PwC EY KPMG Deloitte Bank of America Citibank BNY Mellon Accenture Aon

Multiple Prospective Job Roles such as

Audit Associate Bond Evaluator Business Strategy Consultant Business Valuation Staff Chief Accountant Corporate Planning Associate Credit Analyst Data Analyst Financial Analyst Investment Banking Analyst Portfolio Manager Risk Manager Financial Analyst Investment Banking Analyst Corporate Finance Analyst Risk Analyst Portfolio Analyst Private Equity Analyst

Eligibility Criteria for Illinois - Gies's Master of Science in Finance in Management program ?

Credential Evaluation Requirement

Mandatory English Proficiency Test

Mandatory GRE / GMAT Requirement

4 Year Bachelor’s Degree Requirement

Tuition Fees & Scholarship Opportunities!

Tuition Fees

USD 67,800/- PER YEAR

Application Fee

USD 90/-

Scholarship Opportunities upto

USD 6 Million

What makes Illinois - Gies's
Master of Science in Finance Different!

STEM-Designated Program with Extended OPT Eligibility

The MSF is STEM-designated, allowing international students to apply for up to 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the U.S., making it a highly attractive option for those seeking global career opportunities

Flexible, Customizable Three-Semester Curriculum

The program features an innovative, three-semester structure that lets students tailor their studies to their career goals. Multiple specialization tracks are available, including Asset Management, Corporate Finance, Data Analytics and Fintech, Quantitative Finance, and Finance Research, along with formal concentrations in Accountancy and Data Analytics in Finance

Open to Students from All Academic Backgrounds

Applicants do not need a finance or business undergraduate degree. The program welcomes students from diverse fields such as engineering, math, physics, and computer science, providing foundational coursework to ensure everyone is prepared for advanced finance study

Practical Experience and Personalized Career Guidance

Students benefit from practical, real-world learning experiences, including applied projects and one-on-one career advising. Integrated career support and professional development services help graduates achieve high placement rates in competitive finance roles

Taught by Leading Faculty and Industry Experts

Courses are delivered by world-renowned researchers and industry leaders, ensuring students gain both rigorous academic knowledge and practical insights relevant to today’s dynamic finance industry

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Know More about the Illinois - Gies Master of Science in Finance Program

The Master of Science in Finance at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaigns Gies College of Business provides advanced training in financial analysis, risk management, and investment strategies. The program emphasizes data-driven decision-making and leverages strong industry connections to prepare students for careers in corporate finance, banking, and asset management. ..... Read More

Duration

15 Months

How does the Class Profile of Illinois - Gies's Master of Science in Finance Program look like?

Class Size Monish

130

Average Age

23.0

Average Work Experience

1.0

Want to See Who You'll Be Learning With?

Explore detailed class demographics, academic backgrounds, and industry experiences that define your future classmates.

Where do graduates of Illinois - Gies's Master of Science in Finance program land? Discover More!

Median Earnings after Graduation

USD 80,000/- year

Graduation Rate

85.00 %

Recruiters

U.S. Bank Deloitte Consulting Accenture 3M JPMorgan Chase & Co. CICC Piper Sandler Goldman Sachs Tesla PepsiCo PwC EY KPMG Deloitte Bank of America Citibank BNY Mellon Accenture Aon

Multiple Prospective Job Roles such as

Audit Associate Bond Evaluator Business Strategy Consultant Business Valuation Staff Chief Accountant Corporate Planning Associate Credit Analyst Data Analyst Financial Analyst Investment Banking Analyst Portfolio Manager Risk Manager Financial Analyst Investment Banking Analyst Corporate Finance Analyst Risk Analyst Portfolio Analyst Private Equity Analyst

Eligibility Criteria for Illinois - Gies's Master of Science in Finance in Management program ?

Credential Evaluation Requirement

Mandatory English Proficiency Test

Mandatory GRE / GMAT Requirement

4 Year Bachelor’s Degree Requirement

Tuition Fees & Scholarship Opportunities!

Tuition Fees

USD 67,800/- PER YEAR

Application Fee

USD 90/-

Scholarship Opportunities upto

USD 6 Million

What makes Illinois - Gies's
Master of Science in Finance Different!

STEM-Designated Program with Extended OPT Eligibility

The MSF is STEM-designated, allowing international students to apply for up to 36 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the U.S., making it a highly attractive option for those seeking global career opportunities

Flexible, Customizable Three-Semester Curriculum

The program features an innovative, three-semester structure that lets students tailor their studies to their career goals. Multiple specialization tracks are available, including Asset Management, Corporate Finance, Data Analytics and Fintech, Quantitative Finance, and Finance Research, along with formal concentrations in Accountancy and Data Analytics in Finance

Open to Students from All Academic Backgrounds

Applicants do not need a finance or business undergraduate degree. The program welcomes students from diverse fields such as engineering, math, physics, and computer science, providing foundational coursework to ensure everyone is prepared for advanced finance study

Practical Experience and Personalized Career Guidance

Students benefit from practical, real-world learning experiences, including applied projects and one-on-one career advising. Integrated career support and professional development services help graduates achieve high placement rates in competitive finance roles

Taught by Leading Faculty and Industry Experts

Courses are delivered by world-renowned researchers and industry leaders, ensuring students gain both rigorous academic knowledge and practical insights relevant to today’s dynamic finance industry

Upcoming Illinois - Gies Events

Event Type
None
Virtual
In Person
Area Of Interest
None
MBA
Specialized Masters
Location
None
India
Africa
Middle East
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Business School Festival - US & Canada - Mumbai

Meet admission representatives from top-ranked North American Business Schools

Saturday, 26 July, 2025
12:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Taj Land's End
Register Now
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Business School Festival - US & Canada - Delhi

Meet admission representatives from top-ranked North American Business Schools

Sunday, 27 July, 2025
12:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Le Meridien
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Business School Festival - US & Canada - Pune

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Tuesday, 29 July, 2025
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Sheraton Grand Hotel
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Business School Festival - US & Canada - Hyderabad

Meet admission representatives from top-ranked North American Business Schools

Thursday, 31 July, 2025
5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Le Meridien
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Business School Festival - US & Canada - Bengaluru

Meet admission representatives from top-ranked North American Business Schools

Saturday, 02 August, 2025
12:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Taj MG Road
Register Now

On Demand Events

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Alumni Insights - Careers in Product and Project Management

Alumni Perspectives on Building Careers in Product and Project Management
Register to access the video
img-blur-shadow

Mastering Consumer Decision-Making: How Brands Can Influence, Empower, and Elevate Choices

Encouraging your customers to make better decisions
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From Any Background to Accounting Leadership in the USA: The Gies MSA Advantage

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Connect with Illinois - Gies's Faculty in one click ...

Curious About Who Will Be Teaching You?

Explore other Illinois - Gies programs

Master of Accounting Science (MAS)

Duration
9 MONTHS

Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA)

Duration
9 MONTHS

Master of Science in Financial Engineering (MSFE)

Duration
18 MONTHS

Master of Science in Management

Duration
9 MONTHS

Master of Science in Technology Management (MSTM)

Duration
12 MONTHS
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Frequently Asked Questions

Get all your questions answered about Master of Science in Finance by Illinois - Gies

In addition to the core curriculum, you will select courses to customize your degree. For instance, you may choose to follow a specialization track in one of the following areas: Asset Management, Corporate Finance, Data Analytics and Fintech, Quantitative Finance, and Finance Research (PhD Specialization).
According to the University’s academic catalogue, a graduate concentration constitutes a coherent program of study requiring additional breadth or considerable depth of knowledge. A concentration may refer to a subfield within a discipline, or to an interdepartmental and/or interdisciplinary area of knowledge. In other words, a graduate concentration is similar to a minor. Students must take a minimum of 12 credits of the required courses in order to earn a concentration. Your concentration appears on your academic transcript. We currently offer concentrations in Accountancy and Data Analytics in Finance. A specialization, on the other hand, is more informal. A minimum of 16 credits of courses in any chosen area is needed to be awarded a specialization. Your specialization does not show on your transcript or your certificate of degree. Instead, you will receive an official letter from the program director as an evidence of the specialization.
Gies is a CFA partner school, so our curriculum aligns with the CFA requirements. The MSF curriculum provides very good preparation for CFA Level I, Level II, and Level III examinations.
Yes. MSF students can participate in the MSF Practicum and the annual Investment Challenge.
Admitted students with considerable experience in Finance may elect to complete their studies in two semesters (fall/spring) with the approval of the Program Director. Criteria for approval includes, but is not limited to, academic qualifications, work experience, GMAT/GRE scores, and communications skills. As the MSF program is designed to be completed in three semesters, the two semester option will be offered only after careful consideration by all parties. Admitted applicants who may qualify for this option will be contacted directly by the program upon notification of admission.

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