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Applying For The Cox MSF

Your application, supporting documents and personal interview are all very important to us, but most of all, we want to get to know you. Please reach out to us with your questions, try to visit us on campus so we can meet in person, and consider attending an admissions event or class. Studying at ÃÛÌÒ½´Cox is an intimate experience and connections matter — starting now.

What You Need to Apply for the ÃÛÌÒ½´Cox Master of Science in Finance

• All Applicants students will need these items to complete an online application:
  

  • Current resume
  • Written essays
  • Unofficial transcripts or degree progress reports
    • Degree progress reports must show cumulative GPA and grades for each course taken
    • Official transcripts from any university or college where a student earned 12 or more credit hours are required after a student is offered admission
  • Two references
    • Name and contact information only
    • Recommendation letters are not required
  • Optional: Unofficial GMAT or GRE score report
    • Exam must have been taken within five years of the date of application
    • Official score report is required after a student is offered admission
    • GMAT School Code: HWG-KN-59
    • GRE School Code: 6660
    • Click here to learn more about the benefits of submitting test scores

  International Students have the additional option to submit a TOEFL/IELTS score as a part of their application. This testing component is not a requirement. For applicants without a test score, we will assess the application based on a holistic review process that takes all your application components into consideration.

  • Exams must have been taken within two years of the date of application
  • TOEFL School Code: 6660
  • Click here to learn more about the benefits of submitting test scores

Application Deadlines

Application deadlines for the MSF program are below. For any questions about Fall admission, please emailgradadmissions@smu.eduto connect with a member of the admission team.

*Priority deadline for scholarships and fellowships

*Priority deadline for scholarships and fellowships

Tuition & Financing

Financing Your MSF

We understand that financing your MSF is a part of your decision-making. A graduate management education is one of the most important investments you'll ever make, and it's likely to produce one of your biggest ROIs — you won't just boost your career and earning potential, but you'll reap personal gains, too. If you need additional funding, you'll find that a variety of loan and private scholarship opportunities are available. 

Merit-Based Scholarship Opportunities

The Cox MSF program has a limited number of merit-based scholarships available. All candidates are automatically considered for these scholarships, and are not required to submit a separate application. These scholarships are based on academic performance and GMAT/GRE scores. Typical scholarship amounts are $5,000 per student.

Your MSF Costs

FAQs

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