A minimum GPA of 3.0 from your previous institution is required before applying for the MS in Finance. A complete application packet must include the following:
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Two letters of recommendation. At least one should be a professional contact, and the other can be academic.
Please note that the name and email address of each recommender is required.
At the University of Cincinnati Lindner College of Business, we value thought-driven leaders. With this in mind, please upload a personal goal statement expressing the following:
Optional: Is there something in your resume or application that needs a brief explanation? Areas in this field may include academic outliers, career breaks, completion of additional coursework, etc.
Formatting: We recommend the personal statement be between 250 and 500 words, double-spaced.
The GMAT and GRE are not required for admission to the MS Finance program.
Applicants can submit scores to build a better picture for the admissions committee of their academic ability and aptitude.
All applications are considered holistically, with all aspects of the application carefully considered in the admissions process.
Unofficial school transcripts are required for the application, including University of Cincinnati transcripts.
* Once accepted, applicants will need to send official transcripts to [email protected] OR the following physical address: Graduate School at the University of Cincinnati 110 Van Wormer Hall P.O. Box 210627 Cincinnati, OH 45221-0627
Additional information is available at https://business.uc.edu/academics/admissions/mba.html or you can contact your Enrollment Services Advisor for additional guidance.
An official TOEFL/IELTS is required for all international applicants.
International applicants must also submit foreign transcripts for evaluation to an agency recognized by the National Association of Credential Evaluating Services (NACES; www.naces.org).
Yes! You can earn both an MS in Finance and an MBA online!
Yes. Many of our students qualify for some type of financial aid.
Sources of aid:
Yes, to walk across the stage for your graduation. (Just kidding, that is optional!)
The University of Cincinnati’s online programs are truly all online, requiring no on-campus visits. There are a few rare exceptions and those are noted on the program information pages.
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