MS in Financial Engineering

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A cutting-edge, 36-credit program.

Program Fast Facts

  • Full-time, On Campus
  • 36 creditsSTEM-Designated
  • 1-2 Year Degree Completion
  • Classes Start in Spring and Fall
  • $1,590 per credit
  • Accelerated 4+1 Degree

The Lehigh MS in Financial Engineering (MFE) program is a cutting-edge program designed to provide a strong education in advanced finance and quantitative financial analysis tools using key concepts from financial theory, applied mathematics, and engineering. Graduates will become instrumental in the creation of innovative solutions for real financial problems using state-of-the-art analytical techniques and computing technology.

 

Location

Lehigh's campus lies in Eastern, PA, just 60 minutes from Philadelphia and only 90 minutes from New York City. Just a short walk off campus, the southside of Bethlehem offers a variety of restaurants and night life for students to enjoy. The city is also budding with plenty of opportunities to engage with the local community. With renowned music festivals, historical sites, and plenty of outdoor recreation, Bethlehem is a safe and exciting city for students to spend their graduate studies. Discover what else the city of Bethlehem and the greater Lehigh Valley have to offer!

 

Career Opportunities + Job Placement

The curriculum is designed for quantitative career opportunities in portfolio management, trading, risk management, and data science.

During your studies, you will participate in a weekly professional development course, where you'll learn networking and job search strategies. You will have access to MFE alumni, who will share insights from their career journeys. Additionally, mock interviews with a career advisor and quant interview preparation sessions are available. You will also have networking opportunities through various trips to Philadelphia, New York City, and Lehigh's annual quant conference.

 

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Launch Experience

#25
TFE Times MFE Ranking in 2024
$85k
Class of '23 Median Salary
$7k
Average Sign-on Bonus
STEM
Curriculum
17%
Female
61%
International

MS in Financial Engineering Testimonials

Hear from a few alumni about their experiences in the MFE program at Lehigh.

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MFE YouTube Channel

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The Quant/Financial Engineering Podcast

This podcast, hosted by Program Manager Patrick Zoro, aims to capture the latest trends in Data, Finance, and Risk Management.

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Sponsored Student Projects

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Additional Information

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Professional Development

Lehigh's personalized Professional Development Program is designed to build your personal brand and help set your career goals.

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Accelerated 4+1 Program

This 4+1 program provides Lehigh undergraduate students with a clear path to fulfilling master’s degree requirements in a one-year post-baccalaureate program.

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