MS in Mathematics in Finance

One (1) official academic transcript from each post-secondary institution attended (uploaded as part of the online application)

The program requires three letters of recommendation. At least two of the recommenders should be instructors who can speak to your abilities in mathematics, computer programming, or another technical scientific or engineering area. Generally, they should be instructors of advanced courses. For applicants to the full time program, at least one letter should address the mathematical side and one should address the computer science/software side. If you have significant work experience or have done an extended internship, we would appreciate a letter from a manager who can describe your technical accomplishments. Letters based on brief internships are rarely useful and should be avoided

Include with your application a one-page professional resume listing education, employment history, skills and other important information.

Please address the following three issues, individually, using at most 150 words for each: What is your motivation for pursuing a career in the finance industry and how does it fit with your quantitative interests and background? Describe a mathematical or scientific fact or theory that you find particularly interesting or important. Describe one of the following: (a) a research project you participated in, (b) an interesting class you have taken, or (c) an internship/job you have had. You may offer additional information you want us to consider in your Personal Statement, which is a separate part of the application.

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The department requires you to submit a short video statement. Only applicants to the full-time program should submit a video. Your video should be no more than five (5) minutes in length. In your video, you should answer one (1) of the the following questions: Describe a project or experience that challenged you, and explain its relevance to your intended career in quantitative finance. If your career goals involve a particular type of quantitative finance, explain your goal and why it suits you. Please note that the preliminary screening of applications will use both the written personal statement(s) and the video submission.