Master of Science in Applied Finance
Distinguish yourself as an innovative finance professional adept at identifying opportunities to enhance an organization's economic stability. The Pepperdine Graziadio Master of Science in Applied Finance (MSAF) provides a holistic, experiential approach, preparing you for a competitive finance career with a solid foundation in business valuation, equity analysis, financial accounting, and investment banking. Our STEM-designated curriculum, led by senior industry experts, will equip you to excel in the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exam.
Looking to elevate your career further? Apply your MS in Applied Finance towards core MBA requirements to earn an MBA in as little as 15 months. Additionally, an optional fourth-trimester internship practicum offers real-world business experience to help you thrive professionally.
- Award-winning Malibu campus
- Stem-designated curriculum
- Degree specializations in financial management or investments
- Exclusive access to Bloomberg terminals
- Optional Practical Training (OPT)
- Vast alumni network in Southern California
Campus Information
Malibu
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
PSW Opportunity
PSW in USA for Indian Students (2025):
- •OPT (Optional Practical Training): Work authorization for F-1 visa holders after graduation.
- •Duration: 12 months, extendable to 36 months for STEM degrees.
- •Eligibility: Work must relate to the field of study. Apply within 60 days of graduation.
Check with your university's DSO and USCIS for updates.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
International candidates for admission must:
Submit application requirements based on program of interest and by the deadline date
Submit translated and evaluated transcripts from World Education Services, International Education Research Foundation, Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE), SpanTran, or a NACESapproved evaluation service.
Translated transcripts must be in English, show course-by-course and degree equivalency***, include a cumulative grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale (A = 4.0) and verify accreditation.
Submit one of the following to fulfill the English language proficiency requirement:
Academic transcript from an accredited U.S. college/university, reflecting a grade of "C" or better in a college-level English Composition course. ESL and remedial English courses are not accepted.
Test scores taken within the past two years from one of the agencies below:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) School Code: 7485
TOEFL iBT is the only TOEFL test accepted. TOEFL Essentials in not accepted. In most regions, the Educational Testing Service (ETS) is offering an at home testing option for the TOEFL iBT.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year 03 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
31470 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: N/A