- Location
- Claremont, CA (Southern California)
- Application deadline
- Spring: Priority: Nov 1, International: Dec 1, Final/Domestic: Jan 4 | Fall: Priority: Feb 1, International: July 5, Final/Domestic: Aug. 15
The MS in Financial Engineering (MSFE) at Claremont Graduate University (CGU) is offered by the Drucker School of Management and the Institute of Mathematical Sciences. The program offers a rigorous, integrated curriculum in finance and mathematics with a strong focus on industry speakers and personalized career support.
Director: Henry Schellhorn
Curriculum Information
Students complete 40 units of courses.
Concentrations (optional):
Students who are interested in advancing their quantitative knowledge and skill set have the option of adding a Math dual degree. Students who add the Math degree complete the program in 4 semesters or 2 years (typically just one semester more).
Students who have work experience and are interested in a management role after graduation may add the MBA degree as a dual degree. Students who add the MBA are able to complete the program in 2.5 to 3 years.
Claremont Graduate University offers a PhD degree in Financial Engineering. Admission to the PhD is highly competitive with only 0 or 1 admitted per year. All PhD applicants are required to complete 40 units in the MSFE program. Students must be enrolled in the MSFE program at CGU in order to be considered.
Drucker Career Strategy Office
MSFE students at CGU enjoy personalized career support from the Drucker School’s Career Strategy Office (CSO). Each year, the career office collaborates with the Financial Engineering faculty to develop a program of workshops on interviewing, networking, industry trends and more for MSFE students. The CSO also manages the mentorship program with Advisory Board members.
Additionally, MSFE students get access to the broad range of services provided by the office to all students at the Drucker School including:
The MSFE program at CGU is part of the prestigious Claremont Colleges, a consortium of highly-ranked liberal arts colleges in Southern California. The consortium offers many of the resources of a large university without sacrificing the benefits of a small school.
CGU Admissions Office
admissions@cgu.edu
(909) 607-7811
Director: Henry Schellhorn
Curriculum Information
Students complete 40 units of courses.
- 14 units of Finance core: Corporate Finance, Introduction to Risk Management, Financial Derivatives, and our unique Financial Engineering Practicum
- 14 units of Mathematics core: Statistical Theory, Stochastic Processes, Time Series Analysis, Quantitative Risk Management, and Mathematical Finance
- 12 units of electives from finance and mathematics with an option to earn a concentration (see below).
Concentrations (optional):
- Data Analytics focuses on the theory and tools needed to understand, extract, and model data. Students will learn concepts for financial markets and economic data, work with real data exercises, and integrate graphical and analytical methods for modeling and diagnosing modeling errors.
- FinTech is a portmanteau of the words Financial Technology and refers to the application of new technologies and innovative processes to the provision of financial services. It covers areas such as electronic and mobile payments, robo-advising and automated investing, online and mobile banking, peer-to-peer lending and crowdfunding, blockchain and distributed ledger technology, and more.
- MSFE Advisory Board Mentorship Program connects students with mentors on our advisory board, giving them the opportunity to receive personal guidance and networking opportunities
- Mathematics Clinics provide students applied, real-world research experience with an industrial partner to address open-ended research problems. Partners have included AIG, Jane Street Capital, Tradeweb Markets, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Intel, and many more.
- Walk on Wall Street offers students an opportunity to travel to New York to network with alumni and participate in the annual National Quantitative Finance Career Fair. [This trip may not run based on the status of the pandemic]
Students who are interested in advancing their quantitative knowledge and skill set have the option of adding a Math dual degree. Students who add the Math degree complete the program in 4 semesters or 2 years (typically just one semester more).
Students who have work experience and are interested in a management role after graduation may add the MBA degree as a dual degree. Students who add the MBA are able to complete the program in 2.5 to 3 years.
Claremont Graduate University offers a PhD degree in Financial Engineering. Admission to the PhD is highly competitive with only 0 or 1 admitted per year. All PhD applicants are required to complete 40 units in the MSFE program. Students must be enrolled in the MSFE program at CGU in order to be considered.
Drucker Career Strategy Office
MSFE students at CGU enjoy personalized career support from the Drucker School’s Career Strategy Office (CSO). Each year, the career office collaborates with the Financial Engineering faculty to develop a program of workshops on interviewing, networking, industry trends and more for MSFE students. The CSO also manages the mentorship program with Advisory Board members.
Additionally, MSFE students get access to the broad range of services provided by the office to all students at the Drucker School including:
- Personalized career counseling
- Review of resumes, cover letters, and online presence
- Business etiquette training
- Alumni connections
- All students are automatically considered for merit-based fellowships at the point of admisison.
- About 90% of admitted students receive some level of fellowship support.
- Tuition and fees can be found here: Cost & Aid - Financial Engineering - Claremont Graduate University
The MSFE program at CGU is part of the prestigious Claremont Colleges, a consortium of highly-ranked liberal arts colleges in Southern California. The consortium offers many of the resources of a large university without sacrificing the benefits of a small school.
- Small classes - no more than 30 students in any class with opportunities to build strong relationships with students and faculty
- Strong relationships with faculty – our faculty get to know students and are available to talk through ideas and challenges with you
- Global MSFE alumni – we have a broad alumni network in many countries who can provide connections and support
- Southern CA sunshine - we don't get snow, so you can enjoy an average of 290 days of sunshine with an average of 78 degrees (F)
CGU Admissions Office
admissions@cgu.edu
(909) 607-7811