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M.S. in Finance

Stand out in a Field Growing Nearly Three Times the National Average1

Study full time or part time to graduate in just 12–16 months.

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100 Percent Online or Hybrid

Complete the program fully online or pursue a mix of on-campus and online coursework that suits your schedule.  

Tuition Under $24K

Earn your degree and advance your career at an affordable tuition.

No Prerequisites or GMAT/GRE Required

Learn foundational coursework and become equipped as a finance professional regardless of your background. 

Optional Concentrations

Customize your degree with an optional concentration in business analytics or data science or choose any elective courses that fit your goals. 

Overview

Our M.S. in Finance integrates hands-on financial application with theory. Students utilize industry-standard tools to navigate financial theory and insights while creating a portfolio of industry-aligned, relevant projects to showcase to employers.

  • Capital IQ
  • Morningstar

Stand out With In-Demand Certifications

Merrimack’s M.S. in Finance curriculum is aligned with a range of certifications:

  • Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Exam
  • Financial Risk Manager (FRM) Exam
  • Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) Exam
  • Bloomberg Certification
  • FactSet Certification

$725

per credit2

32

credits

$23,200

tuition

Key Dates and Deadlines

Term
Classes Begin
Fall II
Monday, Oct. 27, 2025
Spring I
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026
Fall II
Classes Begin
Monday, Oct. 27, 2025
Spring I
Classes Begin
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026

Forge Your Path to Financial Expertise

Boost your earning potential and accelerate your career with an M.S. in Finance. 

Get Started Today

1 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024

2Tuition is based on 2025-2026 academic year. Tuition and fees are subject to change annually. Additional program fees may apply based on optional coursework and professional package add-ons.

*This scholarship applies only to the Fall 2 term and does not roll over to subsequent terms. It is not combinable with Double Warrior scholarships, fellowships and corporate partnership discounts. For CSC 6000, this scholarship will be applied to the second course.