Name: Master's
Price: 56778 USD

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QS Rank:

140

Ohio State University

Ohio

United States

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Overview

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The Fisher Specialized Master in Finance (SMF) degree program allows you to practice in real life what your professors teach you in the classroom. You’ll dive deep into a variety of financial issues and select courses from specialization areas so you can provide focused expertise to your employer right from day one.

The Specialized Master in Finance (SMF) admissions committee is looking for highly motivated, talented, and diverse students.

We are looking for applicants who have a passion for finance, are determined to succeed, and are willing to be challenged in an intensive program.

Your application to the SMF program should illustrate your accomplishments, how motivated you are to pursue a rigorous graduate degree in finance, and your goals after graduation. The committee will thoroughly review essays, resumes, transcripts, and test scores to find the top candidates for the Fisher Specialized Master in Finance program. It is critical that you present your strengths, profile your professional experiences and potential, academic excellence, and give us insight into your personal experiences and goals for the future.

Total Tuition Fees

$56,778

Duration

12 Months

Median Salary

$80,166

Ranking

#49

US World and News Report

#112

The World University Rankings

#140

QS World University Rankings

Intake

Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Class Profile

3 reasons to apply early

Merit-based Aid / Scholarships: By applying (and being admitted) early, applicants can ensure they receive priority consideration for merit-based aid/scholarships. The availability of merit-based aid/scholarships may decrease after each deadline.
Class Size: Fisher intentionally limits its incoming SMF class size. Therefore, applying sooner than later is better.
Interest: Applying early to Ohio State is a good signal that you place a priority on attending our SMF program. A strong interest in enrollment at Ohio State is highly valued by our admissions team.

Class Size

Average Age

Average Work Experience

3 Years

Aptitude Test Scores

Minimum Score

307 / 340

Minimum Score

611 / 800

Language Test Scores

Minimum Score

7 / 9

Minimum Score

100 / 120

Minimum Score

120 / 160

Diversity

Others:

15%

Illinois:

10%

Ohio:

50%

Indiana:

20%

Michigan:

Admissions

Application Deadlines

Fall

Round	Deadline	Decision
Space Available	NA	NA

Application Requirements

What Really Matters When Applying

Transcript
Required
GRE
Required
TOEFL
Required
IELTS
Required
Resume
Required
Academic LOR
Optional
Essay
Required
Video Interview
Required
Professional LOR
Required
GMAT
Required
Application Fee
70

Essay Question

Question 1

You are required to submit an essay when applying to the program. This is an opportunity to present yourself to the admissions committee in a meaningful, in-depth way. We encourage you to invest time in your essay, be genuine, and include examples with the points you make. Essay Topic What are your short-term and long-term goals? How/why will a Specialized Masters in Finance (SMF) help you achieve those goals? Recommended maximum word length: 750 words Optional Supplemental Essay Please feel free to provide a statement concerning any information you would like to add to your application that you have not addressed elsewhere. Recommended maximum word length: 500 words

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$80,166 / year

Graduation Rate

86%

Prospective Job Roles

Healthcare IT Vice President

Financial Analyst

Accountant

Cost Accountant

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Managerial Accountant

Finance Manager

Financial Manager

Real Estate Attorney

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Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$56,778 / year

Overall Cost

$86,778 / year

Funding Options

Department Funding

Scholarships

All admitted applicants are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships; a scholarship application is not required. Recipients are notified prior to their admissions response deadlines.

Merit-Based Cash Awards

The Specialized Master in Finance (SMF) program offers limited, merit-based cash awards to select incoming students. Awards may range from $6,000 to $18,000. The Admissions Committee will use your application to determine whether you qualify for these awards. There is no additional application or information needed from the student for this consideration, but we encourage you to complete your application to create the best opportunity for consideration for this competitive financial support.

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FAQs

If you are admitted to one of our graduate programs, you will need to accept your admission. You will be prompted to pay a deposit* when accepting admission at buckeyelink.osu.edu. Tuition deposits are non-refundable. You won't be able to register for classes until you accept your admission offer. Once you register, it will show up on your statement of account. Note: If you haven't already done so, you will need to set up your OSU ID at my.osu.edu to access buckeyelink.osu.edu. Tuition deposit amount by Fisher graduate program (subject to change): Full-Time MBA: $1,000 Working Professional MBA: $250 Specialized Master in Business-Analytics: $500 Master of Accounting: $250 Master of Human Resource Management: $250 Specialized Master in Finance: $500 Master of Supply Chain Management: $500
No, all majors are welcome and encouraged to apply. A big focus of the review process is evidence of quantitative skills/aptitude via coursework or GMAT/GRE scores. The majority of successful non-business students come from a variety of backgrounds, including - but not limited to - economics, psychology, engineering, communications, and political science.
We will review your application with unofficial copies of your transcript. These copies may be scanned, faxed, or mailed. Final official hardcopies of the transcript(s) will be required if you are admitted and choose to enroll at Ohio State
There is no minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement. Typically, eighty percent of our incoming class fall in the 3.0 to 3.7 range, with the average GPA for each program around 3.4. We take a holistic approach to reviewing your application and consider more than just your GPA.