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Master of Science in Finance

Master of
Science
in Finance

Build rigorous finance expertise and prepare for early-career roles in finance

Prepare for analyst roles in finance, investments, markets, and the evolving fintech landscape

The Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at the UW Foster School of Business is a STEM-designated, full-time, in-person master’s program in Seattle designed for early-career candidates seeking a strong foundation in finance and applied analytical skills.
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Master of Science in Finance at a glance

  • Format: Full-time, in-person, weekday classes
  • Location: Seattle, Washington
  • Length: 3 quarters (approximately 10 months)
  • Credits: 46 credits, plus an early-fall jumpstart
  • STEM designation: Yes
  • Program dates (anticipated first cohort): September 2027 – mid-June 2028
  • Small class sizes

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An early-career pathway to analyst-level finance roles

The Master of Science in Finance is designed for early-career, pre-experience candidates who want an immediate next step after completing an undergraduate degree. Students typically join the program to strengthen employability, deepen quantitative skills, and launch a finance-focused career.

Common academic backgrounds

Primary Alignment

  • Economics
  • Non-finance business majors
Strong Quantitative Alignment

  • Mathematics and statistics
  • Engineering
  • Computer science and data science
  • Physics
Additional Backgrounds Considered

  • Psychology
  • Political science
  • International relations
  • Natural sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology)

Applicants from other academic backgrounds may be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending on quantitative preparation, demonstrated comfort with analytical coursework, and the extent to which prior academic training overlaps with the MSF curriculum.

The Pacific Northwest advantage

Located in Seattle, the Master of Science in Finance leverages Foster’s connections across the Pacific Northwest’s corporate finance, investing, fintech, and consulting ecosystem, providing access to industry speakers and applied project opportunities.

Program Highlights

A finance curriculum built for today’s market

Build a strong foundation in corporate finance, investments, valuation, and financial systems, then expand into areas shaping the future of finance, including analytics, machine learning, fintech, behavioral finance, sustainable finance, global finance, and real estate.

Applied learning, built into the program

Professional development and real-world application are integrated throughout the Master of Science in Finance experience, including:

  • Career Development Workshop: A weekly seminar featuring industry speakers and career-focused programming
  • Capstone Projects I & II: A two-quarter applied sequence where student teams tackle real financial challenges, often connected to regional organizations

Curriculum snapshot

The Master of Science in Finance curriculum spans core finance disciplines and applied analytics, including:

  • Corporate Finance and Valuation
  • Investments and Asset Management
  • Data Analytics in Finance and Machine Learning
  • FinTech and Financial Applications
  • Behavioral and Sustainable Finance
  • Banking and Financial Systems
  • Global and International Finance
  • Real Estate Finance
  • AI in Finance

World-Class Faculty

Doron Levit

Doron Levit, Professor of Business Economics & MSF Faculty Director

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Lea Stern

Léa Stern, Assistant Professor of Finance and Business Economics

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Jordan Nickerson

Jordan Nickerson, Associate Professor of Finance

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