MS

Finance

Format & Location

On-Campus (Fairfield, CT)

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Start Dates

Spring (January), Fall (September)

Application Deadline

Rolling Application

Completion

12 Months

Schedule

Full-Time or Part-Time

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Fairfield University's Master of Science in Finance degree provides unique opportunities for individuals who want to further their careers in the areas of investments, corporate finance, and banking.

By the Numbers

#25

Best Grad Schools for Finance
- U.S. News and World Report

#14

Best Value for Money in the U.S.
- QS Business Master’s Rankings, 2024

What You'll Learn and Do

STEM-designated program.

This degree is STEM Designated and provides students with the ability to compete for the growing employment demand of jobs in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields.

Personal approach to student-faculty relationships.

No matter which program you choose, you’ll work closely with a talented faculty committed to your career endeavors. Further, the Dolan School MS in Finance program is a member of the CFA® Institute University Affiliation Program (UAP).

Choose from a variety of program specializations.

This program offers three unique specializations including business analytics, corporate finance, and accounting.

Work towards certification.

This program is especially useful for those seeking certification as a chartered financial analyst (CFA), certified financial manager (CFM), or financial risk manager (FRM). No matter which program you choose, you’ll work closely with a talented faculty committed to your career endeavors. Further, the Fairfield Dolan MS in Finance program is a member of the CFA® Institute University Affiliation Program (UAP). CFA Institute University Affiliation Program is a registered trademark owned by CFA Institute.

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Course Requirements

MS in Finance

30 credits

Contact Us

Graduate Admission
gradadmis@fairfield.edu
(203) 254-4184

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Advance Your Qualifications

Pursue your MSF or MS in Financial Technology Degree.

Learn From Industry Experts

Fairfield’s award-winning faculty have deep expertise in the finance field. Many have worked and managed at some of the most respected firms in the industry. You’ll benefit from their firsthand insights and guidance on the way to your master’s in Finance.

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Titos Ritsatos
Assistant Professor of the Practice, Finance

Admission Information

From your first admission conversation to graduation and beyond, you’ll find support at every turn. The Fairfield University student support network is dedicated to meeting your needs. You’ll receive personal, academic, and financial guidance as you complete your master’s in Accounting.

Admission Requirements

Tuition & Costs

Financial Aid

Finance Students at a Glance

21-34

Age range

24

Average age

35%

Female

3.58

Average GPA

65%

Male

News & Career Resources

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Frequently Asked Questions

No. The MSF program is designed to accommodate a variety of students from different backgrounds. Prerequisite coursework includes Financial Accounting, Statistics, Microeconomics, and Macroeconomics. Prerequisite coursework can be completed at Fairfield University. An Accounting workbook can be completed to demonstrate proficiency in lieu of a 3-credit course.

  • Traditional: 14-week
  • Accelerated: 7-week intensive
  • Summer: 7-week accelerated

Online or hybrid formats of any of the above schedules.

Traditional courses are taught as lectures/seminars. Courses offered in other formats are designed to offer the same type of classroom experience as the traditional format. Some classes use online discussions, chats, blogs, electronic portfolios, and more as ways to enhance the course experience. Classes taught fully online deliver lectures through a variety of means, and use any or all of the above methods to ensure student participation, comprehension, and performance.

The GMAT/GRE exam is required for applicants to the MSF program. This requirement may be waived. Please refer to our waiver policy.

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