Who Is the MIT Sloan Master of Finance Program Designed For?
The Master of Finance (MFin) program at the MIT Sloan School of Management is designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals who are passionate about finance and prepared for a rigorous, quantitative curriculum. Applicants come from finance, engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, and other technical or analytical fields.
Applicants are evaluated based on their academic and professional accomplishments. They must hold a four-year undergraduate degree or a three-year equivalent from outside the United States by the time of matriculation.
Strong candidates:
- Demonstrate academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, and strong quantitative ability
- Approach complex problems creatively and analytically
- Bring a well-rounded perspective to the classroom
- Collaborate effectively and inspire others
- Show genuine enthusiasm for finance and its evolving role in the global economy
Application Deadline
The Admissions Committee reviews all applications and releases decisions by the date listed below. To protect applicant confidentiality, official decisions are available only through the online application.
| Deadline | Decision date |
|---|---|
| January 5, 2027 | March 2027 |
All applications should be received by 3:00 p.m. ET on the deadline date. The Admissions Committee will release decisions on the dates listed above; however, decisions will be released early for candidates who have been denied admission without an interview.
How to Apply to the MIT Sloan Master of Finance Program
Review the application requirements, deadlines, required materials, and interview process for the MIT Sloan Master of Finance (MFin) program.
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