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Programs that don't weigh work experience heavily?

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I'm a CS and Finance student with all CS related work experience(SWE, data science, ML) that plans on applying to programs for the Fall 2025 cycle with a 4.0 GPA. For math classes, I've taken Linear Algebra, Intro to Calculus-Based Probability, Multivariable Calculus, Optimization, Discrete Math, Sequential Decision Making.

What programs do I have chances of getting in without quant or finance-related work experience? Would I be able to get into CMU, Uchicago, Berkley or even Princeton or Baruch?

Also, from my understanding of admissions processes in other fields, applying early is better. Is that the same for MFEs?
 
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No program requires work experience. It may help but not essential.
Data point: 82% of CMU MSCF incoming class of Fall 2023 has no full-time work experience. Similar numbers can be found at other programs as well.
The typical students in these programs are coming out of undergraduate.
Applicants from India typically have 1-2 years of FT work experience.

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