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Finance Master's Degree

Master of Science (MS) in Finance

Fuel Your Future in Financial Leadership

UT Permian Basin’s STEM-designated Master of Science in Finance (MS) program empowers future financial leaders with advanced skills in corporate finance, investment strategy, and data-driven decision-making. Whether you're preparing for executive roles or pursuing professional certifications, this flexible program builds the expertise you need to succeed.

The MS in Finance is available 100% online or on campus, giving you the freedom to tailor your learning experience to your schedule. With courses grounded in real-world application, you'll be prepared to meet the evolving demands of industries across West Texas and beyond—including banking, energy, government, and corporate finance.

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Graduate Admission Criteria for Finance
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Graduate Admission Requirements – MS in Finance

Criteria Regular Admission Conditional Admission Conditional with Dean’s Approval
Bachelor’s Degree Required – from an accredited college or university Required – from an accredited college or university Required – from an accredited college or university
GPA 3.00 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) 2.50 – 2.99 (on a 4.0 scale) 2.25 – 2.49 (on a 4.0 scale)
GMAT Requirement Not required Required if GPA is below 2.50 Required – minimum score of 500
Letters of Recommendation Optional 2 letters of recommendation or professional email references 2 letters of recommendation or professional email references
Course Load Full admission Up to 12 graduate credit hours, 1 course per 8-week session Up to 12 graduate credit hours, 1 course per 8-week session
Other Requirements None Must earn a grade of B or better in each course; no electives allowed Essay expressing interest may be requested; must earn B or better; no electives allowed
*Students granted conditional status will be changed to regular status upon successful completion of 12 semester credit hours of graduate coursework with a grade of B or better in each course taken.
All admission decisions are made by the Director of Graduate Programs in the College of Business.