Johns Hopkins University's (JHU) MS in Finance is offered by the Carey Business School, focusing on computational, statistical, and econometric techniques and their role in financial decision-making. The curriculum covers individual stocks, bonds, derivatives, currencies, and more, with research areas spanning capital markets, financial institutions, corporate finance, and corporate governance. Previously, the MSF was only a one-year program. For the Fall 2024 application cycle, JHU's MSF has launched a full-time 15-month option for the first time. Today, let's dive into this program's details, including curriculum and application requirements. For further inquiries, scan the QR code below for one-on-one consultation.
1. Program Introduction (Compared with the One-Year Program):
1. Duration Comparison
The 12-month program includes face-to-face courses in fall, spring, and summer. Courses finish by the end of July, graduation in August, and the diploma is awarded in August (for the Fall 2024 cohort, August 22, 2025).
The 15-month program includes face-to-face courses in fall and spring, no summer courses, and an additional fall term. Graduation is in December, with the diploma awarded in December (for the Fall 2024 cohort, December 31, 2025).
2. STEM Designation
Both programs are 36-credit STEM curricula, comprising 26 credits of required courses and 10 credits of electives. This facilitates international students in applying for OPT STEM extension upon graduation.
3. Curriculum Comparison
The 15-month program shares the same curriculum as the one-year program, covering CFA Institute exam topics to prepare students for the CFA exams.
2. Curriculum
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Economics
- Investment Management
- Financial Modeling
- Securities Analysis
- Financial Risk Management
- Corporate Finance
- International Finance
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Data Analysis and Decision Modeling
3. Application Requirements
Applications for the Carey Business School's MS in Finance program are now open. Admission is highly competitive, with past applicants averaging GMAT 740+ and GRE 320+. Applicants must choose either the 12-month or 15-month track—applying to both is not permitted.
Application Materials:
Transcripts
Personal Statement
Two Essays
One Professional Recommendation Letter
GMAT/GRE Scores
Application Fee $100
TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE scores for non-native English speakers
Application Deadlines:
Round 1: October 18, 2023 deadline,
Round 2: January 10, 2024 deadline,
Round 3: March 20, 2024 deadline.
Admitted students may request deferral. However, students admitted to the 12-month program can only defer to a 12-month cohort, and similarly, those admitted to the 15-month program can only defer to the 15-month program.
Tuition for the 15-month plan is typically 3-5% higher than the 12-month plan.
Whether completing the 12-month or 15-month track, the diploma will read Master of Science in Finance. For the 15-month program, the diploma will reflect coursework spanning two academic years and indicate the 15-month duration.
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