Develop Your Advanced Math and Analytics Skills

MS in Quantitative Finance
WashU Olin Business School’s MS in Quantitative Finance (MSFQ) program is a powerful combination of mathematical skills and strategic understanding of financial business decision-making. Designed for students with a strong math background, the technical curriculum is ideal if your career goals include working in financial services or related industries.
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Location
St. Louis -
Duration
18 Months -
Format
On Campus -
Start
Fall -
Cost
$96,500
The Power of STEM
Hone your skills with our STEM-designated quantitative finance master’s program.
STEM-designated degree programs are recognized by the US government for a focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics. These tech-forward degrees also benefit students on a F-1 visa. For most international graduates, there is an opportunity to work in the US through a program called Optional Practical Training (OPT). Most often, the standard duration for OPT is 12 months. Graduates of a STEM-designated degree program may apply to extend their OPT up to 24 additional months for a total of 36 months.
MS Quant by the Numbers
23 years
average student age
77% employment
2022 graduating class
693 average GMAT
2023 incoming class
Bloomberg Labs
available to students
This program helps you develop a skill set similar to a financial engineering program. And you have the opportunity to work at an internship between your second and third semesters. Some courses specific to this program include Data Analysis for Investments, Fixed Income Securities, Quantitative Risk Management and Mathematical Finance.
Download MSFQ CurriculumPotential Career Paths
When you complete this program you can look forward to an exciting career. Here are just some of the roles available to you:
- Asset management
- Risk management
- Capital markets and research
- Financial engineer
- Fund manager
- Derivatives trader

STEM Designated
Our MS in Quantitative Finance has a STEM designation for its focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics throughout the curriculum.
Learn moreLooking for a different finance path?
Check out our Wealth and Asset Management, Corporate Finance and Investments and Global Finance programs.
Ask a Finance Student

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See Student Bio
WashU OIin Business has all the academic and career resources students could want. It is a place where students can focus on improving themselves without too much outside distraction.
Expected Graduation
2024
Residence
Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
Education
Bachelor of Science in Finance, Penn State University
Involvement
Quantitative Finance Club, Wealth & Asset Management Club, Olin Finance Club

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See Student Bio
Olin is unique for teaching a values-based, data-driven approach to business.
Expected Graduation
2024
Residence
Jiangsu, China
Education
Suzhou University of Science and Technology
Involvement
None
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St. Louis, MO 63130-4899
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