QS Rank:
275
University of Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
,United States
Program Rank
14
Program Name
Master of Science in Finance
Deadline
January 01st, 2025
Overview
View Official pageGain the technical finance skills necessary for success in corporate finance, banking, and investment careers, or for further academic studies.
The Katz Master of Science in Finance is a 30-credit master’s degree program you may complete in as little as nine months, or two terms of full-time study, beginning in the fall (August) term. You may also pursue the degree part-time starting in the fall, spring (January), or summer (May) and finish in two years.
A CFA Institute University Affiliate, Katz offers a finance curriculum covering 70 percent of the topics on the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exam and enhances your preparation for related certifications such as the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certifications.
The Katz MS in Finance program requires at least two terms of study to complete the minimum 30 credits. Students who begin full-time studies in August may complete within nine months for April graduation. Part-time students may complete within two years.
Total Tuition Fees
$50,259
Duration
9 Months
Median Salary
$79,658
Ranking
#62
US World and News Report
#144
The World University Rankings
#275
QS World University Rankings
Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Class Profile
Class Size
148
Average Age
24
Average Work Experience
2 Years
Diversity
Others:
12%New York:
7%Ohio:
10%Pennsylvania:
58%New Jersey:
8%Maryland:
6%Career Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
$79,658 / year
Graduation Rate
83%
Job Placement
94%
Prospective Job Roles
Senior Financial Analyst
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
Financial Analyst
Cost Analyst
Accountant
Manager of Finance
Auditor
Management Accountant
Risk Analyst
Business Analyst
Risk Manager
Tax Accountant
Investment Banker
Top recruiters
Eligibility Criteria
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL
80
DUOLINGO
110
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.
Application Fee: 58
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Academic LOR
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Application Deadlines
Standard Deadline | Final Deadline | |
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Fall | Jan 1, 2025 | May 1, 2025 |
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
$50,259 / year
Overall Cost
$80,259 / year
Funding Options
Department Funding
Scholarships
Merit-Based Scholarships for Full-Time Students
Tuition scholarships provide the primary source of financial assistance for incoming full-time Katz students. These merit-based scholarships are awarded in various dollar amounts and are directly applied to tuition charges.
All students admitted to a full-time program are considered for Katz School scholarships. You will receive notification of Katz School awards in your official admission decision letter.
Applicants desiring to be considered for scholarship awards must apply no later than February 1 for the Full-time MBA or MS programs.
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FAQs
The Full-Time MBA and dual/joint degree and MS programs begin in August. The Part-Time MBA Program’s in-person cohort starts in August and the online cohort starts in January. If the delivery format of the cohort does not align with your intended start term, we recommend starting as a non-degree student. Non-degree study has three start dates: August, January, and May.
Katz applicants apply to our programs using our online application. You may edit your application at any time prior to submitting by logging in with your username and password. Please also refer to the application instructions for a list of required documents you must submit in addition to the online application.
Official Transcripts/Academic Documents from U.S. Institutions: We require current official transcripts from each college or university attended. Please submit documents from all academic work, undergraduate and graduate. You are responsible for obtaining all transcripts, including those from the University of Pittsburgh. If given the option, we recommend that you have the transcripts sent electronically. Official transcripts or credentials are those that bear the original signature of the registrar and the seal of the issuing institution. The envelopes containing your official transcripts must be sealed and signed across the envelope flap by the institution’s registrar and arrive in our office unopened. Official Transcripts/Academic Documents from non-U.S. Institutions: We require current official transcripts/mark sheets from each university attended. Official documents are defined as original academic records issued by the institution attended that bear the actual-not photocopied-signature of the registrar or appropriate official and the seal/stamp of the issuing institution. Please submit documents from all academic work – undergraduate (Bachelor’s level) and graduate (Master’s level and above). Please do not send secondary educational documents. These documents must be for EACH YEAR of university-level study, must list the course names, and must list the grades received. The official grading scale/system from each university attended must also be submitted. You are also required to submit certified copies of your degree certificate(s)/diploma(s) that were issued to you at the convocation. If your university issues the academic documents and diploma degree certificate in a language other than English, you must submit a certified copy of the original document in the original language PLUS a certified English translation. Do not submit a translation only. All translations must be complete and literal translations of the original records. We will not accept self-translated academic documents. We recommend having official transcripts sent electronically to us at [email protected], but official transcripts/academic documents can be mailed with all other application materials in one envelope. If necessary, transcripts may be sent directly from your school to the Admissions Office.
We recommend only submitting one application and if you later wish to change the program or start term, you can do so by emailing your request to [email protected].
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