Master of Science in Finance
Become a Financial Leader for the Future
The Boston College Master of Science in Finance (MSF) program prepares students to navigate and manage unpredictable economic landscapes by focusing on fundamental economic principles that underlie financial markets. The MSF meets the diverse needs of finance professionals at different career stages, including recent graduates. You’ll gain valuable experience through case studies, internships, field study, and real-world consulting projects. Classes are small, fostering a strong sense of community and collegiality, and students have remarkable access to some of the finest teachers and researchers in the world.
#5 Finance Program in New England U.S. News & World Report 2026 Graduate Business School Specialty Rankings
12 months
20 months
STEM-Designated
to complete the Full-Time MSF program
to complete the Part-Time MSF program
the Quantitative Finance track qualifies as a STEM program
Full-Time Option Traditional Track or STEM-Designated Track Part-Time Option
Full-Time MSF Students in the full-time program can complete the BC MSF in one full year of study. They progress through the program as a cohort, fostering exceptional camaraderie and creating a lifelong, supportive network.
Full-Time MSF: Quantitative Finance Track The quantitative finance track is a STEM-designated track that allows students to complete the MSF in one full year of study. This designation allows international MSF graduates on an F-1 visa to potentially qualify for an additional 24 months of training in their field of study (called Optional Practical Training, or OPT) beyond the standard 12 months.
Part-Time MSF The part-time option is designed for professionals who want to continue working while pursuing advanced study. Students typically complete the program in 20 months, taking the same courses as their full-time counterparts and benefiting from access to Boston College’s world-class faculty.
program details
Master of Science in Finance
Sample Curriculum & Course Sequences Full-Time MSF Pre-Program Summer Deliverable Managerial Statistics
fall
credits 0
credits
Investments
3
Corporate Finance
3
Management of Financial Institutions
3
Financial Econometrics
3
spring/summer
credits
Quantitative Portfolio Management
3
Derivatives & Risk Analytics
3
Advanced Corporate Finance
3
elective courses
credits
Three Electives
9
Total Credit Hours
30
BC prepared me for my career in private wealth management by providing a strong foundation in finance and opportunities to apply what I learned to real-world problems and scenarios. The support of the BC community also played a large role in my professional development. Julia Galanek, MSF ’26, Private Wealth Associate, AllianceBernstein
Full-Time MSF: Quantitative Finance Track ▴
Part-Time MSF
Pre-Program Summer Deliverable
Core courses
Managerial Statistics
fall
credits 0
credits
credits
Investments
3
Corporate Finance
3
Investments
3
Management of Financial Institutions
3
Corporate Finance
3
Financial Econometrics
3
Management of Financial Institutions
3
Derivatives & Risk Analytics
3
3
Managerial Statistics ✭
0
credits
Select one of the following
Financial Econometrics
spring/summer Select four of the following Spring/Summer courses
Quantitative Portfolio Management
3
Fixed Income Analysis
3
FinTech & Cryptocurrencies
3
Select one of the following
Quantitative Portfolio Management
3
Advanced Corporate Finance
3
Global Macro & the Financial System
3
Corporate Valuation and Restructuring
3
Cross Asset Valuation Across Global Markets
3
Derivatives & Risk Analytics
3
Behavioral Finance
3
Data Analytics in Finance
3
Fixed Income Analysis
3
elective courses
credits
Two Electives
6
Total Credit Hours
30
elective courses
credits
Three Electives
9
Total Credit Hours
30
Full-time students must complete this non-credit, self-paced, online course in the summer prior to arriving on campus.
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STEM-designated
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Part-time students must complete this non-credit, self-paced, online course in their first semester.
Careers & Alumni Network Career Development BC MSF graduates typically go on to jobs in corporate finance, asset management, and investment banking. Our Graduate Career Development team provides career guidance and support through workshops, on-campus company information sessions, industry lunches, and roundtables.
The Boston College Network Boston College enjoys an exceptionally loyal and active alumni network, which offers its students and graduates numerous opportunities to make connections and accelerate their careers.
Sample List of Hiring Employers 2023–2025 AGC Partners
Cerity Partners
First Citizens Bank
Loomis Sayles
Rockland Trust
Alter Domus
City National Bank
Goldman Sachs
Colliers
Greensky
MFS Investment Management
Simon-Kucher
Alvarez & Marsal
State Street
SLC Management
Craig-Hallum
Group 22
Ballentine Partners
Dark Alpha Capital
Gugnir and Partners
National Grid
Stone Point Capital
H&R Block
The Broker Group
BCG
Edelman Financial Engines
Nitya Capital
Hilltop Holdings
PIMCO
Berkshire Residential Investments
Empire Valuation Consultants
J.P. Morgan
Prudential Financial
Tristate Financial Advisors
KKR
Bracebridge Capital
Evercore
Radius Wealth Management
TrueNorth Capital Partners
CBRE
FinStrat Management
Riparian Partners
WilliamsMarston
Bank of China
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KPMG Kroll
Learn more at bc.edu/msf-careers
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Carroll School Alumni
Careers & Alumni
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Morgan Stanley
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Best U.S. Cities for Graduate Students, QS Top Universities
Minutes to Downtown Boston
Community Service Hours, 2025–2026
Graduate Student Clubs and Organizations
BC Experience & Boston Our community of professors, staff, and students supports each other to thrive personally and academically. Students can choose to participate in any of the 10 graduate student organizations to enrich their experience. From the Graduate Management Association to Invest ’n Kids, an on-campus tutoring and mentoring program, there’s something for everyone. BC’s beautiful Chestnut Hill Campus is just a short drive or “T” ride to downtown Boston, a global hub for healthcare, finance, insurance, and higher education that’s also home to championship sports teams and vibrant cultural offerings.
The Carroll School is committed to instilling a strong sense of community service in our graduate students, furthering Boston College’s Jesuit tradition of service to others. Students serve as mentors or tutors in underserved communities or provide pro bono professional services to local nonprofit organizations.
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Learn more about graduate student life at bc.edu/csomgrad-student-life
bc & boston
20-Hour Service Requirement
93% of MSF students enrolling in Fall 2026 received merit-based Dean’s Scholarships
Admission & Financial Aid As you go through the admission process for the BC MSF, our team is here to support you—through one-on-one chats, student panel webinars, and admission tips and advice. Application Requirements: R
Transcripts of all academic work
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Personal essay
R
A letter of recommendation
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GMAT or GRE scores from within the past five years. Qualified candidates can request consideration for a GMAT/GRE waiver.
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Applicants whose native language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Pearson Test of English (PTE), or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
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All candidates must be graduates of accredited colleges or universities.
Financial Assistance The Graduate Admission Office awards a range of merit-based scholarships and graduate assistantships to both domestic and international students. University Student Services also facilitates the federal financial aid process for qualified students. →
For more information visit bc.edu/csomgrad-admission
GMAT/GRE Waiver Policy & Form admission & Financial Aid
Get to Know the Full-Time MSF Class of 2027 MSF students come to BC from different professional backgrounds, bringing with them unique life experiences and diverse interests and motivations. In small classes, our MSF students form the core of a lifelong network and collaborate to achieve more, together. Academic Profile Average Undergraduate GPA
3.6
Average GMAT (Focus)
645
Average GMAT (10th Edition)
650
Average GRE
320
CLASS COMPOSITION Average Age
23
Age Range
20–51
INTERNATIONAL Representation Austria, Brazil, Canada, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Israel, Nepal, Netherlands, Pakistan, Russia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Thailand, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan, Vietnam
From the start, I connected with BC alumni to understand what their jobs looked like on a day-to-day basis, which helped me determine if I could see myself pursuing a career in a particular field. This experience helped set me apart in the interview process. simon Ospina, MSF ’22, Associate, Houlihan Lokey
Start exploring the BC MSF! bc.edu/msf
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