
ESCP Business School

Germany

Program Name
PhD in Finance

Deadline
April 27th, 2026
Eligibility Criteria

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

Accepted fields include Corporate Restructuring, M&A, Financial Engineering, Corporate Finance.
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
7

TOEFL
100

Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

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Personal Statement

Resume

Goal Statement

Academic LOR

Professional LOR

Degree Certificate

Research Papers/Publications
Application Deadlines
| 1st round | 2nd round | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Feb 23, 2026 | Apr 27, 2026 |
Fees and Funding
ESCP finances a significant proportion of admitted PhD students with a scholarship guaranteed for 4 years. Students who receive a scholarship are exempt from tuition fees; a legal registration fee of approximately EUR 400 per year applies. From the 2nd year, scholarship may be combined with a doctoral contract including teaching, tutoring and research assistance for a total of EUR 28,000.

Tuition Fees
$15,000 / year
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