Master's in Finance

The Application Deadline for Fall 2012 is April 30, 2012. All supporting documents must be postmarked or received by April 30.*

* Applications completed after the Priority Application Deadline will be considered for admission on a space available basis. Please see our application requirements for additional details.

Drexel University's Sacramento Masters in Finance has a more focused curriculum than the MBA, allowing students to expand their understanding of finance for advancement in the field. The program is for those interested in establishing a career in finance or financial services, seeking career advancement or making a career change to the field. Many students ultimately seek to achieve the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. Full-time students taking three courses per term can complete the program in six academic quarters - classed begin each fall.

The Drexel Difference

The Master of Science in Finance Program:

Is completed in 18 months of year-round, full-time study and is provided in a blend of face-to-face and online experiences.
Prepares students to sit for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) examination.
Is offered at our campus in Sacramento, the historic capital of California, which is very close to San Francisco and the Silicon Valley, though with a much lower cost of living than either of these locations.
Provides opportunities to collaborate with Drexel students and faculty in Philadelphia.
Utilizes the technology available in our state-of-the-art facilities.

Networking Opportunities for Both International and Local Students

Drexel University, with 130,000 alumni around the world, is known for its diversity, and our focus on professional education provides numerous advantages for students from outside the United States who wish to gain experience here. Our graduate programs in California offer even more opportunities.

Drexel University, Sacramento provides our students with assistance in finding rental housing and orientation to living in California's capital city.
We have a unique relationship with the Sacramento Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce that will provide an orientation to the region, memberships to all students who desire them, monthly networking events, invitations to special events hosted by the Chamber, and myriad opportunities for involvement with the community and its leaders.
Sacramento has a diverse population with a particularly strong Asian-American community.

Admission Requirements

Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
GMAT
TOEFL score of 90 or above (IELTS, Kaplan IBT, and Pearson Test of English will also be accepted)
Two letters of recommendation
Work experience preferred but not required