MS in Finance
A STEM-designated master's from one of the top US business schools, in the heart of Boston's finance industry. Questrom's MSF gives you rigorous training in corporate finance, investments and financial modelling — and qualifies you for up to three years of work in the US on OPT.
- ✓ Study at a top US business school (AACSB · QS #88) in the heart of financial Boston
- ✓ A STEM-designated MSF — qualify for 36-month OPT work authorisation
- ✓ Specialise in corporate finance, asset management, fintech or investment analysis
This full-time MSF builds rigorous, applied expertise in modern finance — corporate finance, investments, financial econometrics, derivatives and fixed income. You'll work with real market data and build a professional network across Boston's asset-management and banking sector.
Graduates step into investment banking, asset management, corporate finance and fintech roles across the US and the GCC — and, because the program is STEM-designated, qualify to work in the US for up to three years on OPT.
Same field, different universities
| University | Country | Level | Duration | Tuition/year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BU Questrom ★ This programme | 🇺🇸 USA | Master's | ~1 year | $69,870 |
| LSE QS #50 | 🇬🇧 UK | Master's | 10 months | £51,000 |
| Toronto (Rotman) QS #21 | 🇨🇦 Canada | Master's | 16 months | CA$95,410 |
| Corvinus Budapest | 🇭🇺 Hungary | Master's | 2 years | €4,500 |
Your counsellor helps you compare and apply to multiple programmes simultaneously — at no cost.
What you'll need
| Academic | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, GPA 3.0+ | |
| Background | Quantitative coursework (statistics, calculus); finance exposure a plus | |
| English | TOEFL iBT 100 / IELTS 7.0 | |
| GMAT / GRE | Required (waivers for strong quantitative profiles) | |
| Documents | Resume, essays, 2 recommendations, passport | |
Worried about the GMAT/GRE or your quantitative background? We match you to the right MSF — including waiver-friendly options — at no cost.
Core modules
Career outcomes
$80,000+
Median starting salary in US finance roles
3-year OPT
STEM-designated work authorisation
92%
Employed within 3 months of graduating
Top recruiters
Fidelity, State Street, Goldman Sachs, PwC, Wellington
Application timeline
Tuition fees & costs
| Tuition (international) | Per annum | $69,870 |
| Total programme cost | ~1 year (full programme) | ~$70,000 |
| Enrolment deposit | Required to confirm seat & I-20 | $1,000 |
| SEVIS fee (I-901) | One-time US government fee | $350 |
Funding you may be eligible for
Alternative funding options
Designed for international master's students at top-ranked US universities. No cosigner required; rates based on future earning potential. Boston University is an eligible school.
Finance students can do paid internships via CPT. Summer finance internships in Boston pay $6,000–$10,000/month at asset managers and banks — offsetting costs and building your US resume.
Monthly budget in Boston
Boston is a major (and pricier) US student city, but it places you at the centre of one of the world's largest asset-management hubs — with unmatched internship and career access.
F-1 visa financial proof: Boston living expenses run ~$25,000–$32,000/year in addition to tuition — shown via bank statements or a sponsor letter.
F-1 visa requirements
| Visa type | F-1 Student Visa | |
| I-20 required | Certificate of Eligibility issued by Boston University | |
| SEVIS fee (I-901) | $350 (one-time, paid before interview) | |
| Visa application fee | $185 | |
| Financial proof | ~$100,000 for the programme (tuition + Boston living) | |
| Post-graduation (OPT) | 12 months + 24 months STEM extension = 36 months | |
Your counsellor guides you through the full F-1 process — from I-20 to embassy interview preparation.
Hear from our students
"BU's MS in Finance put me right in Boston's asset-management world. The STEM designation gives me 3 years to work in the US. My internship at a Boston fund turned into a full-time offer. My counsellor guided the whole application."
"Boston is perfect for finance — Fidelity, State Street and dozens of funds are right here. The applied finance project gave me real-world experience with live market data that made all the difference in interviews."
Frequently asked questions
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