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Lehigh Business
MS in Financial Engineering
A cutting-edge, 36 credit-hour program.
Overview
Program Fast Facts
- Full-time, On Campus
- 36 credits, STEM-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. 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.
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.
Virtual Tour
Academics
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.
Sponsored Student Projects
Learn more about student projects that are sponsored by corporations and Lehigh alumni.
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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The Application is Closed
The application process is currently closed, but you can save your progress and submit it once the application re-opens in fall for the 2025 intake.
