Superior education you can trust and afford with the flexibility you need.
Our degree program is designed for working professionals as well as recent college graduates. Prior business education is not required to be admitted into the program but it may exempt you from some foundational coursework. We accept applicants from a wide range of academic fields and professional disciplines. All applicants are required to have:
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A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a recognized academic institution of acceptable standing.
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Undergraduate degrees in sciences, engineering, mathematics, and in some economics and business programs are recommended.
GMAT/GRE Waivers Available
A GMAT/GRE waiver is granted for an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher. To be considered for the GMAT/GRE waiver, leave the application test score section blank. If you are a working professional and don’t meet the GPA qualification, waivers may be considered for individuals with professional work experience.
Note to Current UMass Amherst Undergraduate Students
Undergraduate students at UMass Amherst may be eligible to accelerate this degree program. Please visit our 4+1 Programs page for more information.
STEM OPT
The MF degree offered on the Amherst campus is ideal for international students. The STEM OPT classification allows students to extend their time in the U.S. to gain practical work experience, and the CPT requirements allow them to accept paid internships. Our MF STEM degree offers students highly sought-after technical expertise.
Application Deadlines
Early Action: February 1
Regular: April 1
Extended: June 1*
**Domestic applicants and international students currently on a Visa studying in the U.S.
Application Requirements
Online Application
All prospective students must complete a University of Massachusetts Amherst Graduate School Graduate Admissions Online Application.
Personal Statement
A personal essay should be one to two pages in length, and include information about your past and current academic and professional history, your future goals and reasons for pursuing the Master of Finance, and other pertinent details that will help us evaluate you as a candidate.
Resumé/CV
Work experience is not a requirement for admission to the Master of Finance program, but will enhance your application. Your resume should outline your work history. Recent college graduates should include any internship experience, as well as community service, student and civic club membership, and athletics.
Official Transcripts
Please submit your transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, undergraduate and graduate, where nine (9) or more credits were earned. Unofficial transcripts uploaded to the 'Additional Materials' page of your application are acceptable. Upon admittance, official transcripts will need to be submitted, either electronically or in paper format, directly by each institution's Registrar to the Graduate Student Service Center. Review the instructions on this page for instructions on submitting official transcripts.
Current UMass Undergraduate Students: You are not required to submit a transcript from UMass Amherst.
International Transcripts and Degree Certificates: If your transcript does not clearly indicate the awarding of your degree, with the degree title and date awarded, we need the diploma and/or degree certificate in addition to the official final transcripts.
English Translation: Transcripts and degree documents that are in a language other than English must be accompanied with an official English translation or an official credential evaluation from a NACES member. https://www.naces.org/members
Please consult the UMass Graduate School international applicants page for additional details about prerequisite degrees.
Letters of Recommendation
Your two letters of recommendation should be from individuals who know you on a professional level and well enough to provide specific examples and details regarding your past performance and competencies. Two professional references are encouraged, but one academic and one professional reference is acceptable.
GMAT/GRE Waiver Available
GMAT/GRE Waivers Available: A GMAT/GRE waiver is granted for an overall undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher. To be considered for the GMAT/GRE waiver, leave the application test score section blank. If you don’t meet the GPA qualification, waivers may be considered for individuals with professional work experience.
For Non-Native English Speakers Only: English Language Proficiency Scores
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate their English proficiency by submitting scores from a standardized English Language Proficiency Test. This is not required of U.S. citizens or non-U.S. citizens who hold U.S. Permanent Resident Status. For admission into the MFAI program, the minimum combined TOEFL score is 80; the minimum IELTS Academic combined score is 6.5; the minimum Duolingo English Test overall score is 105; and the minimum PTE Academic overall score is 68. Please note, when reviewing an application, the UMass Graduate School does not superscore language tests (e.g. we do not accept the ETS MyBest Score set). Please consult the UMass Graduate School international applicants page for additional details.
Interview
By invitation, candidates will meet with members of the admissions committee to discuss their professional and academic experiences.
Apply Now
Follow our step-by-step process to complete your online application.
- Once you click Apply Now, you will be taken to the University's secure online student information system, SPIRE.
- Follow the “Go to Application” link to create your user account to begin your application process.
- Complete the admissions requirements and submit your application. Note: you can save and resume your application process as you gather required materials.
- After submitting, track your application at the Graduate School Status of Application page.
