About Quantitative Finance - Master's (ms) in University of Texas At Arlington
The Master of Science in Quantitative Finance is a STEM-designated program designed to meet the growing demand for finance professionals equipped to implement state-of-the-art analytical techniques in support of financial decision-making.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
- Offered weeknights in Arlington, the MS in Quantitative Finance program is the only program of its kind in the DFW Metroplex. This 36-credit hour program focuses on areas including economic theory, financial modeling, econometrics, and finance theory in addition to elective options that allow pursuit of future interests.
- Quantitative background appropriate to begin the program includes at least six credit hours of calculus and three credit hours each in linear algebra, statistics, and computer programming. Additional coursework would include at least three credit hours each of microeconomics and finance.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Financial Engineer
- Risk Manager
- Dertivatives Trader
- Asset Manager
- Fund Manager
- Consultant
Academic qualification equivalents
Apply as a graduate student if you have earned a bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. college or university, or its foreign equivalent, before starting graduate study.
English language requirements
English Language Test Score Requirements ; TOEFL internet-based, 79 (with sectional scores of 22 writing, 21 speaking, 20 reading, and 16 listening) ; IELTS, 6.5.
University of Texas At Arlington Highlights
| University Type |
Public |
| Establish Year |
1895 |
| Location of Campuses |
Urban |
| Academic Calendar |
Semester Based |
| Campus accommodation |
Yes |
| Tuition Fee |
11968 USD |
| English Proficiency Tests |
IELTS and TOEFL |
| Graduation Rate |
51% |
| Acceptance Rate |
83% approximately |
| Financial Aid |
Available (Aids, Grants, and Scholarships) |
University of Texas Arlington Cost of Attendance
| Expenses |
Undergraduate (in USD) |
Graduate (in USD) |
| Tuition fee |
11,968 |
10,828 |
| Room & Board |
10,516 |
11,540 |
| Books and Supplies |
1,150 |
1,150 |
| Transportation |
3,066 |
3,066 |
| Health Insurance |
1,000 |
1,000 |
| Personal Expenses |
1,800 |
1,900 |
| Total |
29,500 |
29,484 |
