MS Finance (STEM)
EARN A WEALTH OF KNOWLEDGE BY MASTERING FINANCES AT SAINT MARY'S
Students in Saint Mary’s MS Finance program are able to pursue a graduate degree while working full time, thanks to our 12-month hybrid curriculum. You will be guided through the program by an expert faculty, which is composed of seasoned investment professionals from the Bay Area. As you hone the quantitative techniques used in financial analysis - including those required by the CFA exam - the coursework you complete as part of your master’s in Finance could also count toward Saint Mary’s accelerated MBA with a concentration in Finance.
Whether you apply your newfound knowledge and skills in your current job, further studies, or a new career is up to you. Regardless of the path you choose, investing in your master’s in Finance means an average salary increase of 25% upon graduation. Ultimately, SMC graduates with MSF degrees gain more than a boost to professional credibility and earning potential; here, you’ll find lifelong friendships among a tight-knit network of meaningful business connections.
12 Months to MSF
Manage your work-life balance while you pursue your master’s degree over the course of our 12-month program, designed especially for working professionals.
Connect in Class
Expand your professional network in our cohort-based learning environment where small classes (14:1) receive direct instruction from renowned professors.
Online & On Campus
Our convenient mix of online (2 nights a week) and on-campus Saturday classes (2 weekends a month) provides the perfect pace to accommodate your schedule.
STEM: A Rising Trend
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that STEM-based careers will experience a growth of at least 10% by the end of this decade.
Year-Long Program
Graduate in 12-Months
Hybrid Environment
- Cohort-based learning
- Small class sizes
- Ample networking opportunities
Uncomplicated Enrollment
Application deadlines for this year:
- Domestic: August 15, 2025
- International: June 1, 2025
Scholarships
Scholarships are just one way Saint Mary’s invests in you and your dreams. We believe a graduate degree should provide you with more than a tuition receipt and a diploma - we want you to be able to acquire the tools and knowledge you need to grow and succeed in the future. That’s why SMC offers a range of need-based and merit-based financial assistance to individuals who demonstrate high levels of ambition, creativity, insight, intellect, and leadership.
Program Information
ONLINE + ON-CAMPUS
Our convenient mix of online (2X weeknights) and on-campus Saturday classes(bi-weekly) is the perfect pace to absorb and apply in real-time
ADD AN MBA WITH A FINANCE CONCENTRATION
If you want to continue your education, your M.S in Finance coursework will count toward a Saint Mary's MBA with a Finance concentration. This accelerated program allows you to earn an MBA by completing eleven additional courses. Visit the "Curriculum" section on our finance web page to learn more.
ADANCE YOUR FINANCE CAREER PATH TODAY
Students join our program with a variety of backgrounds and experiences and excel after graduation in areas including wealth management, commercial and retail banking, real estate, insurance, risk management, investment banking, corporate finance and more.
From the Alumni
"The Saint Mary's MS Finance Program offered a no-nonsense approach to giving me the knowledge I need to succeed. Plus it's strategically located near San Francisco-you're in the largest financial center on the West coast"
CHARLES DRUMMOND-HAY '15 VP, ENTERPRISE DATA ZSCALER
AVERAGE SALARY INCREASE
