Master of Finance (MFin Quantitative Finance Specialization)

Fast-track 16-month program delivering rigorous mastery of financial engineering, stochastic calculus, machine learning in asset pricing, and algorithmic trading systems.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: B+ average in quantitative discipline (math, engineering, economics)
English language proficiency: 7.0 overall (minimum 6.5 in all components)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): GMAT/GRE recommended for non-Canadian graduates
Thesis / Research statement: Not required; personal statement required
Recommendation letters: Two academic letters of recommendation

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Departmental merit scholarships up to $10,000 CAD
Application fee: $150 CAD
Tuition / joining costs: $47,000 CAD total program tuition (international)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 31, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official DeGroote School of Business (McMaster University) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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