Interdepartmental Program
No
The graduate program in Finance offers advanced education and research opportunities in financial theory, analysis, and management, preparing students for careers in finance, investment banking, corporate finance, and financial consulting. This program emphasizes analytical rigor, quantitative skills, and strategic decision-making in the global financial environment.
Improve your skills and position yourself for success. Every business has a bottom line. That means finance skills are in high demand. Our master of finance program will prepare you for a career in corporate finance, financial analysis, or wealth management.
Degrees Offered:
- Master of Finance (M.Fin.)
Learning Goals
- Develop a broad understanding of financial concepts
- Develop critical thinking skills
- Problem solving and decision making
- Ethical development
515 294-8118
Sam Sivaskandan
samsivas@iastate.edu
Iowa State University
Dr. Charles B Handy Graduate Programs Office
1420 Gerdin Business Building
2167 Union Drive
Ames, IA 50011-2027
Program Homepage
Program Handbook
Application Requirements
Application Deadlines:
Fall term - June 15, Spring term - Nov 15, Summer term - March 15. International students should apply at least three months before the start of term they are applying.
Application Details:
This program is open to domestic and international students.
Application Instructions
Admission Requirements
Graduate College Requirements:
- 4 year Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
- Academic Records/Transcripts
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (Program may alter requirement.)
- Proof of English Proficiency.
Program Specific Requirements:
International Requirements:
- Financial Statement: Application
- English Proficiency Minimum:
TOEFL Paper (PBT) |
600 |
TOEFL Internet (iBT) |
100 |
IELTS |
7.5 |
PTE |
68 |
Duolingo (approved through spring 2026) |
120 |
Does this Program Offer a Distance Option?
Yes
Program offers a Coursework Only?
Yes
Program Director
trasapp@iastate.edu
Program Staff
slwilson@iastate.edu
emeeks@iastate.edu
svanvark@iastate.edu
lacyg@iastate.edu