MS in Finance at Louisiana State University

Louisiana State University (LSU) offers a Master of Science (MS) in Finance through the E. J. Ourso College of Business. This program lasts for 18 months and is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in finance. The total tuition fee for this course is USD 30,369. To be admitted into the MS in Finance program, students need to demonstrate proficiency in English. Accepted tests for English language proficiency include IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE. Additionally, applicants are required to have a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale to be eligible for admission.

The MS Finance program is designed to be a full-time course lasting 36 semester hours over three semesters.

This Master of Science in Finance helps students build strong analytical and communication skills, which are essential for making smart financial decisions. It focuses on using financial theories and quantitative methods.

Students can choose from several specializations within the MS in Finance:

• Actuarial Science
• Corporate Finance
• Economics
• Information Systems & Decision Sciences
• Internal Audit
• Investments
• Statistics

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12th Grade

There is no specific cutoff mentioned for 12th-grade requirements.

Graduation

Applicants need to have an undergraduate degree that is equal to a four-year accredited U.S. institution. They must complete core subjects for a business degree, which include calculus, microeconomics, macroeconomics, one year of accounting (including financial accounting), statistics, business law, marketing, management, finance, and either production management or operations research. A minimum GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale is required. Proficiency in office applications like word processors, spreadsheets, and presentation software is also expected.

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Step One: Prepare Documents for Application

• SOP: Submit a Statement of Purpose.
• LOR: Submit Letters of Recommendation.
• CV: Submit your Resume.

Step Two: Additional Documents Required

• Submit official sealed transcripts and a statement of the award of the degree or diploma that is equal to a U.S. bachelor’s or master’s degree, along with records from all other post-secondary colleges or universities attended.
• Proof of English Language Proficiency.
• Proof of GMAT Scores.
• A completed Affidavit of Support along with supporting financial documents.
• Verification of sufficient funds to cover all costs while studying at LSU as an F-1 student, which is needed before processing the I-20 Certificate of Eligibility.

Step Three: Start Your Online Application

Begin your application through the official LSU application portal.

Step Four: Application Fees for This Course

The application fee is USD 70, which is approximately INR 5.9 Thousand.

Mode of payment: Credit card.

Step Five: Application Deadline

• For Fall (August): May 15th
• For Spring (January): October 15th

Note: The dates mentioned are tentative and based on the previous year's records. For the exact deadline date, please consult with our expert counselors.

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 84.27 | Tuition & expenses were last updated in December 2024"