Program Overview

Master of Science in Finance (STEM)

The global financial services market is expected to reach $28.5 trillion by 2025, creating career opportunities for trained and qualified financial experts. The MS in Finance program at the C. T. Bauer College of Business helps students develop the financial expertise needed to excel in this field.

Program Overview

The program offers six specialized tracks: Corporate Finance, Investments and Portfolio Management, Quantitative Finance, Energy Finance, and Real Estate Finance. This STEM-designated degree is ideal for professionals from various backgrounds and experiences. Students work with a world-class faculty and participate in hands-on projects with multinational businesses across industries.

Program Structure

The program is designed to be flexible, with in-person and online modalities available. Students can study full-time or part-time, choosing the program that best suits their needs.

Career Opportunities

More than 92% of graduates land a rewarding job within six months at top employers like Exxon, Google, and Ernst & Young. The program helps students develop highly employable skills in a desirable field.

The Bauer Difference

• Employment rates for financial managers are projected to grow 17% by 2030.
• Options are available for in-person or online, part-time or full-time study.
• Six specialized tracks are offered: Corporate Finance, Investments and Portfolio Management, Quantitative Finance, Energy Finance, and Real Estate Finance.
• A powerful network can be built in Houston, the 3rd largest urban environment in the U.S. and home to over 1,400 financial services companies.

STEM-Certified

The Bauer MS in Finance program is designated as a STEM Advanced Degree, providing students with transferable problem-solving, analysis, and critical thinking skills.

CFA University Affiliation Program

The MS in Finance Program meets the high standards demanded by the CFA Institute, promoting high standards in ethics, education, and professional excellence in the financial community.

Real-world Knowledge

Learning by doing is key at Bauer, with opportunities to manage the private, multimillion-dollar Cougar Investment Fund and work on real-life industry consulting projects.

Houston's Hot Job Market

Houston is a global business leader, home to dozens of Fortune 500 companies. Students work directly with these companies through real-world projects, gaining invaluable lessons and making important connections.

Career Dedication

The Rockwell Career Center at Bauer provides access to a dedicated team of career advisors who offer resources and coaching to help students chart their next career steps.

Scholarships Available

Over $3 million in Bauer scholarships were awarded to more than 700 students last year. The Bauer Scholarship Coordinator can provide more information.

Finance Faculty

Bauer's faculty includes renowned educators, industry professionals, and avid researchers and publishers of scholarly work.

How to Apply

Admission to the MS in Finance program requires a four-year undergraduate degree in any discipline from an accredited university. BBA Finance graduates from the UH Bauer College of Business who are admitted to the MSF program within two years of graduating with the undergraduate degree will require only 30 graduate credits to complete the MSF degree.

Admissions

• Application deadlines:
  • Fall 2025: August 1, 2024 (application opens), March 21, 2025 (international application deadline), August 15, 2025 (domestic application deadline)
  • Spring 2026: May 1, 2025 (application opens), October 1, 2025 (international application deadline), December 1, 2025 (domestic application deadline)
  • Fall 2026: August 1, 2025 (application opens), March 1, 2026 (international application deadline), July 1, 2026 (domestic application deadline)
  • Spring 2027: May 1, 2026 (application opens), October 1, 2026 (international application deadline), December 1, 2026 (domestic application deadline)

Student Profiles

• Average incoming GMAT score: 618
• Gender breakdown: 31% female, 69% male
• Average years of professional experience: 2.3
• Average age: 26
• Average undergraduate GPA: 3.51

Attend a MS Event

Join an in-person or online event to learn more about the Bauer MS programs.

Events

• Virtual MS Information Session: January 21, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (online)
• Ambassador Coffee Chat: January 24, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (The Nook Cafe, 4701 MLK Jr. Blvd, Suite 150)

Connect with an Advisor

Advisors are available to answer questions about the MS Finance program.