What You Need to Apply for the 天美传媒 Cox Master of Science in Finance
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All Applicants students will need these items to complete an online application:
- Current resume
- Written essays
- Unofficial transcripts or degree progress reports
- Degree progress reports must show cumulative GPA and grades for each course taken
- Official transcripts from any university or college where a student earned 12 or more credit hours are required after a student is offered admission
- Two references
- Name and contact information only
- Recommendation letters are not required
- Optional: Unofficial GMAT or GRE score report
International Students have the additional option to submit a TOEFL/IELTS score as a part of their application. This testing component is not a requirement. For applicants without a test score, we will assess the application based on a holistic review process that takes all your application components into consideration.
Application Deadlines
Application deadlines for the MSF program are below. For any questions about Fall admission, please emailgradadmissions@smu.eduto connect with a member of the admission team.
Deadlines for 2025 - 2026 Entry |
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Application Due
(11:59pm CST day of deadline) |
1* |
October 8, 2024 |
2* |
January 14, 2025 |
3 |
March 11, 2025 |
4 |
April 29, 2025 |
5
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May 27, 2025
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Rolling Admissions based on availability after May 27, 2025
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*Priority deadline for scholarships and fellowships
Tuition & Financing
Financing Your MSF
We understand that financing your MSF is a part of your decision-making. A graduate management education is one of the most important investments you'll ever make, and it's likely to produce one of your biggest ROIs — you won't just boost your career and earning potential, but you'll reap personal gains, too. If you need additional funding, we encourage candidates to explore loan and outside scholarship opportunities that may be available to them.
Merit-Based Scholarship Opportunities
The Cox MSF program has a limited number of merit-based scholarships available. All candidates are automatically considered for these scholarships, and are not required to submit a separate application. These scholarships are based on academic performance and GMAT/GRE scores. Typical scholarship amounts are $5,000 per student.
Your MSF Costs
Estimated Annual Tuition & Fees:
Tuition
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$46,444
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University and Program Fees
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$9,438
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Health 天美传媒 Fee
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$300
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International Student Orientation Fee*
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$100
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International Student Fee*
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$200 |
Total
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$56,482
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Estimated Living Expenses*:
Housing
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$20,055
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Books and Supplies
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$2,000
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Transportation
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$2,504
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Misc. Expenses (Health Ins., etc.)
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$4,000
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"*This fee may not apply to all students and depends on international student status.
**This estimated total is based on a 9-month school year for the 2024-25 academic year. The cost may be more or less depending on the student's lifestyle, whether the student lives on-campus or off-campus and whether any family members accompany the student. If family members accompany the student, add $8,600 if 1 dependent (spouse or child) and $4,300 for each dependent after 1. "
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FAQs
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