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Applying For The Cox MSF

Your application, supporting documents and personal interview are all very important to us, but most of all, we want to get to know you. Please reach out to us with your questions, try to visit us on campus so we can meet in person, and consider attending an admissions event or class. Studying at ҹɫÍõ³¯Cox is an intimate experience and connections matter — starting now.

What You Need to Apply for the ҹɫÍõ³¯Cox Master of Science in Finance

• All Applicants students will need these items to complete an online application:
  

  • Current resume
  • Written essays
  • Unofficial transcripts for bachelors degree, institutions where 12 or more credit hours were taken, and graduate degrees if applicable. 
    • Degree progress reports must show cumulative GPA and grades for each course taken
    • Official transcripts from bachelors degree institution, institutions where 12 or more credit hours were taken, and graduate degrees are required for candidates offered admission.
  • Two references
    • Name and contact information only
    • Recommendation letters are not required nor requested from references
  • Optional: Unofficial GMAT or GRE score report
    • Exam must have been taken within five years of the date of application
    • Official score report is required after a student is offered admission
    • GMAT School Code: HWG-KN-59
    • GRE School Code: 6660
    • Click here to learn more about the benefits of submitting test scores

  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.

  • Exams must have been taken within two years of the date of application
  • TOEFL School Code: 6660
  • Click here to learn more about the benefits of submitting test scores

Application Deadlines

The ҹɫÍõ³¯Cox Master of Science in Finance deadline dates are below. If you are ready to submit your application, please do not wait for a specific deadline. We will process your application when it is submitted. For any questions about Fall admission, please email gradadmissions@smu.eduto connect with a member of the admission team.

*Priority deadline for scholarships and fellowships

Tuition & Financing

Financing Your MSF

We recognize that financing your MSF is an important part of your decision-making process. A graduate business education is a significant investment, but one that can deliver a strong return, both professionally and personally. If additional funding is needed, we encourage you to explore available loan options and external scholarship opportunities to support your academic goals. Information on some of these sources can be found through Enrollment Services - Types of Aid page.

Merit-Based Scholarship Opportunities

ҹɫÍõ³¯Cox offers merit-based scholarships to students exhibiting high academic potential. Candidates are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships through the admissions process, no additional application required. These scholarships are based on academic performance. Citizenship is not considered in awarding scholarships.

Your MSF Costs

FAQs

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