Admissions

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Find out what it takes to be accepted into one of the most challenging, recognized and rewarding MS in Finance programs in the world. 

Are you ready to take the first step to advance your career?

Completed applications and all credentials must be received by the School of Management according to the deadlines below to be considered for admission.

If you have earned or are earning a UB undergraduate degree with a minimum overall GPA of 3.25 (as noted on your academic advisement report) and are applying to the UB MS in Finance program, you do not need to submit a GMAT or GRE score report for admissions consideration. You do need to upload a copy of your transcript and a copy of your academic advisement report.

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150 Jacobs Management Center
Buffalo, NY 14260-4000
Tel:  716-645-3204
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Application Requirements and Process

Follow the steps below carefully to ensure you complete the application process correctly. Be sure to adhere to the application deadlines and instructions as incomplete and late applications will not be reviewed.

Critical Dates for Spring 2025 Applicants

Who May Apply
Application Due Decision Notification
$500 Tuition Deposit Due 
All applicants (priority deadline for scholarship consideration) October 15, 2024  November 15, 2024 January 15, 2025
All applicants (final deadline for international applicants)
November 1, 2024 November 30, 2024 January 15, 2025
U.S. citizens and current University at Buffalo F-1 visa holder applicants only January 1, 2025 January 10, 2025 January 15, 2025

Critical Dates for Fall 2025 Applicants

Who May Apply
Application Due Decision Notification
$500 Tuition Deposit Due 
All applicants (priority deadline for scholarship consideration) January 15, 2025 February 15, 2025 May 15, 2025
All applicants (final deadline for international applicants) March 1, 2025 March 30, 2025 May 15, 2025
U.S. citizens and current University at Buffalo F-1 visa holder applicants only June 1, 2025 June 15, 2025 June 30, 2025

UB 4+1 combined degree program (BS/MS) students: If you are senior-level status, complete your graduate program application after you have received your fall grades and submit the completed application by February 1 of your senior year. 


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