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Lehigh Business
MS in Financial Engineering
A cutting-edge, 36 credit-hour program.
Overview
Program Overview
- Full-time, Synchronous, 36 credits
- Online or On Campus
- STEM-Designated
- 1-2 Year Degree Completion
- Choose to start classes in Spring or Fall
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. With these building blocks, graduates will become instrumental in the creation of innovative solutions for real financial problems, using state of the art analytical techniques and computing technology.
Online or On Campus
The MS in Financial Engineering program can be completed completely online* or in person. All courses offered to online or in-person students are synchronous and mostly held during the day with occasional evening classes.
*Online option is only available for domestic applicants. Online students are not able to pursue degree tracks. View curriculum page for more information.
Degree Completion
This challenging program is normally completed in two years. The program can be completed in less than two years with approval from a Program Director after a transcript review to determine if the previous coursework taken prior to Lehigh University aligns with a shorter degree completion timeline for the program. Lehigh University undergraduates accepted to the 4+1 Masters in Financial Engineering program have a pathway to complete the graduate degree in one year.
Career Opportunities
The curriculum is intended for career opportunities in areas such as portfolio management, securities trading, investment banking, risk management, and financial information systems.
Virtual Tour
Admissions
Watch. Listen. Learn.
Watch, Listen, and Learn about the MFE Program
MFE YouTube Channel
Follow the MS in Financial Engineering YouTube channel for an inside look into the program.
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.
Program Information Session
Learn more about the MFE program by watching a recorded information session.
Request Information
Looking for more information on the MFE program at Lehigh?
Please complete the request information form if you would like an admissions team member to reach out to you. You will also receive information on academics, upcoming events and more. Or connect with an ambassador to speak directly to a MFE student.
Additional Information
Professional Development
Lehigh's personalized Professional Development Program is designed to build your personal brand and help set your career goals.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? Visit our FAQ section. If your question cannot be answered, please contact us at business@lehigh.edu.
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