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Master of Science in Financial Engineering
Financial Engineering is a multidisciplinary education program that involves the Viterbi School of Engineering, the Marshal School of Business and the College of Letters, Arts and Sciences (Department of Economics). Financial engineering uses tools from finance and economics, engineering, applied mathematics and statistics to address problems such as derivative securities valuation, strategic planning and dynamic investment strategies, risk management etc which are of interest to investment and commercial banks, trading companies, hedge funds, insurance companies, corporate risk managers and regulatory agencies etc.
The objective of the MS in Financial Engineering program is the training of graduate students with Engineering, Applied Mathematics or Physics backgrounds in the application of mathematical and engineering tools to finance.
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Available On-Campus and Online
In addition to our traditional on-campus classroom environment, this program is also available via online delivery through the Viterbi School’s Distance Education Network (DEN). This flexible option is ideal for engineering professionals who choose to pursue an advanced degree while employed. Visit our 'Getting Started' section to find out if DEN is right for you.
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Application Criteria
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An undergraduate degree in engineering, math or hard science from a regionally-accredited university. Applicants with undergraduate degrees in finance, accounting and similar are also eligible to apply for this program.
Satisfactory cumulative undergraduate GPA (grade point average)
Satisfactory GRE or GMAT test scores. All scores must be officially reported to the university directly by ETS.
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Application Materials
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USC Online Application: All applicants must complete and submit the USC Online Application.
Transcripts: Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, sealed by the institution.
Mail transcripts to:
USC Graduate Office of Admission
University Park Campus
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0915
If via private carrier (UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.):
University of Southern California Office of Admission & Financial Aid
3601 South Flower Street
Tyler 1
Los Angeles, CA 90089-0915
GRE General Test: Satisfactory scores less than five years old. Official scores must be reported from ETS directly to USC using ETS school code 4852. A department code is not required.
Applicants may also substitute the GMAT exam for the GRE exam and must be less than five years old. The GMAT program code for the MS in Financial Engineering is 389-RD-73.
Letters of Recommendation (optional): Letters of recommendation should be from faculty or others (supervisors, professional colleagues, etc.) qualified to evaluate your potential for graduate study. They should be written on official letterhead.
Statement of Purpose (optional): The statement of purpose should describe succinctly your reasons for applying to the proposed program at the Viterbi School of Engineering, your preparation for this field of study, study interests, future career plans, and other aspects of your background and interests which may aid the admissions committee in evaluating your aptitude and motivation for graduate study. |
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TOEFL: The TOEFL is not required for admission to USC, however, we strongly encourage all international students to submit a TOEFL score. USC administers an English placement (ISE) exam during orientation for all international students to determine if additional courses in English are needed. Students can place out of the exam with a score of at least:
- 100 or higher on the internet-based TOEFL (with a minimum score of 20 in each section)
- 250 or higher on the computer-based TOEFL
- 600 or higher on the paper-based TOEFL
Students whose native language is English and/or obtained their bachelor's degree from a U.S. college or university are also exempted from this requirement.
The TOEFL must have been taken within the last two years to be valid.
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A minimum of 27 units is required for the general MS in Financial Engineering degree.
- 3 required courses: 9 units
- 2 advisor-approved electives in the areas of finance, business, and economics: 6 units
- 3 advisor-approved electives in the areas of optimization, simulations, and stochastic systems: 9 units
- 1 advisor-approved elective in the areas of systems and controls: 3 units
- Minimum of 18 units must be taken from within the Viterbi School of Engineering.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 is required for graduation.
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Available Online through the Distance Education Network. Visit our ' Getting Started' section to find out more information.
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Please note that the courses listed below are those typically available. Students should always consult with the USC Schedule of Classes and USC Catalogue for the most updated and official information. If you have any questions about these courses, please contact our office directly.
Please note that several EE courses require placement exams before any graduate student may register. Visit the EE department website for more details.
Please note: Students who want to transfer to the M.S. in Financial Engineering must take the EE-441 & EE-465 placment exams. Students must pass both placmeent exams and have a 3.0 cumulative USC GPA to be considered.
Students are expected to have a background in probability at the level of USC's EE 464 or ISE 220 and linear algebra at the level of USC's EE 441 or MATH 225. Admitted students who do not meet prerequisites will be assigned courses to complete the deficiencies.
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All General Questions
Please contact our office for all general questions about this program, including courses through DEN.
Ph: 213-740-4488
Toll Free (in the U.S.): 877-740-1336
Fax: 213-821-0851
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