Columbia Business School (CBS) is the business school of Columbia University in Manhattan, New York City. It was established in 1916. It is one of six Ivy League business schools.

Master of Science in Financial Economics

The Master of Science in Financial Economics is a two-year master’s degree program offered by the Finance and Economics Division of Columbia Business School.

Admission requirements-

Application Checklist-

Nonrefundable application fee (U.S. $100)
Two essays
Résumé or CV
Two letters of recommendation
Transcripts from all institutions attended after high school
GMAT or GRE scores
TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE scores (international applicants only)

Application Fee

A nonrefundable application fee of U.S. $100

Essay -

The Master of Science in Financial Economics requires two essays.

Essay 1
In 250–500 words please describe your educational goals and those academic and/or professional achievements

Essay 2
In 250–500 words please indicate your expected career track and describe how the Master of Science in Financial Economics will help you attain your career goals.

Résumé or CV Instructions

Résumé or CV that includes an applicant’s academic background and credentials, relevant experience since graduating from high school, including summer employment and paid or volunteer positions held on campus, as well as other business or academic experiences.

Your Résumé or CV can be uploaded through the online application.

Letters of Recommendation

Two letters of recommendation, from professors who know your work well, are required.

Transcripts and Test Scores

Official transcripts from all colleges attended.

Test scores (GMAT,GRE, and TOEFL) should be self reported within the application by inputting them into the test score section of the application.

Application deadlines-

Fall 2016 Entry:
Available: August 1st, 2015
Deadline: January 5th, 2016

Contact address

Columbia Business School
3022 Broadway, New York, NY 10027, United States