Boston College---- MS in Finance Program

 

I.       Program description

An extensive review of fundamental tools and concepts in finance provides students with a foundation for advanced work in corporate finance, investments and financial institutions. There are eight required courses covering these areas, and two electives in such specialties as portfolio theory, international finance and the structure of corporations and markets, though students may take electives in a wide array of business disciplines.

 

II.    Program requirement

All applicants who completed their undergraduate course work outside of the United States must have the equivalent of an American bachelor's degree (equivalency to be determined by the Graduate Dean of the School or the University Registrar).

 

---GMAT score: MBA, MSF, MSA, and PhD in Finance applicants are required to take the GMAT. All current and previous results must be forwarded to the Office of Admissions. GMAT scores are valid for five (5) years from test date. These are significant indicators of prospective performance and the Admissions Committee considers them when evaluating applications. It also considers other indicators, such as internship/work experience, activities and awards, recommendations and your motivation statement.

 

---Work Experience: Full-time Work Experience (MSF Program):

Most degree candidates have some full-time work experience. However, a small percentage of applicants, with a strong set of application materials, may receive admission with no previous full-time work experience.

 

 

III. Deadline

Students may enter the Full-Time MSF Program in September only.

DEADLINE	PROGRAM	NOTIFICATION BY
October 15, 2007	MSF Part-time January	December 1, 2007
February 15, 2008	MSF Full-time	April 15, 2008
May 1, 2008	MSF Part-time September	June 1, 2008
June 1, 2008	MSF Part-time September	August 1, 2008

Full-time MBA/MSF dual-degree applicants for September 2008 admission are encouraged to submit application materials by November 15, 2007 (MBA deadline Round 1).

If your application is complete on the deadline date, you will receive a response by the corresponding notification date listed above.

 

 

IV. Process & Mailing Address

1.      Completed and Signed Application Form

2.      Current Resume

3.      Employment History.

4.      Two personal essays are required  

5.      Two Recommendations. The Admissions Committee requires written evaluations from individuals who can provide an objective and frank appraisal of your capacity for intensive graduate study and your potential for professional success. Recommendation forms must be completed online. After completing the recommendation information, click "send notification to recommender." Your recommender will receive an e-mail with a secure link and password to complete the recommendation online. Once your recommender completes the online form, you will receive a verification e-mail. We do not accept faxed, mailed, or emailed recommendations.

6.      Transcripts from undergraduate and graduate academic institutions in which you were enrolled in a degree granting program are required. International students must submit an official English translation of academic credentials for evaluation. Transcripts must be submitted online. Applicants may either upload a self-reported transcript or scan a copy of each official transcript for every college or university in which you were enrolled in a degree granting program. If you are a current student please include your current classes even if you have not received your final grades. If admitted, you will be required to submit an official paper transcript from each institution you have listed. Official documents must bear the actual signature of the registrar and the official seal or stamp of the institution. Degrees and titles must be verified by certified copies of diplomas, dated entries on transcripts or statements signed by the registrar. Boston College reserves the right to withdraw any offer of admission already made if there is any discrepancy between the self-reported transcript and the official transcript.

7.      The MSF GMAT school code is 44X-J5-88.

8.      All students whose first language is not English are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). This requirement is waived for applicants who have completed a four-year course of study or a two-year Master's program in the United States , Canada , Great Britain , Australia or New Zealand . The requirement is also waived for applicants with two or more years of work experience in the United States . The minimum required score on the TOEFL is 600 on a paper-based test, 250 on a computer-based test, or 100 on an internet-based test. The school code for reporting procedures is MSF 3033. You may use either department code 02 or 99 with the corresponding school code when reporting test scores.

9.      $100.00 nonrefundable application fee. If you wish to pay by means other than electronically, you may submit a check or money order payable to Boston College .

 

 

V.    SOP/ESSAY/WRITING SAMPLE

Essays for MBA and MSF Applicants

Essay 1

Define long term success in your specific area of interest. How have your previous experiences prepared you for this professional career? What areas of specialization within the Carroll School of Management do you believe will be most valuable in achieving your goals? What specific short-term career objectives have you set to assist you in achieving your long-term career plans?

(2 pages)

 

Essay 2

Why have you selected the MBA or MSF program in the Carroll School of Management at Boston College ? (1 page)

 

Optional Essay

Please provide any additional information that will highlight unique aspects of your candidacy to the Admissions Committee. The Committee welcomes additional comments you may wish to provide in support of your application.

 

Resume

Please prepare a business resume that includes your educational and professional information. Professional information should consist of employment history in reverse chronological order with titles, dates, relevant information and an indication of part-time or full-time status.

 

Employment History

Please provide your Employment History separately from your resume. The Employment History should follow the following format:

Name of Employer | Dates of Employment | Title | Starting Salary/Ending | Reason for Leaving

Please provide information regarding any gaps in employment and clearly indicate if you are still working at your most recent employer. If you are no longer employed, please indicate that on your employment history document.

If you are a current student and therefore do not have any postgraduate work experience, you still must submit a work history document. Please write N/A for each of the categories.

 

 

VI. Other

Estimate of Full-Time MSF Student Expenses for the 2007–2008 Academic Year

Tuition $33,780

Room and Board $12,785

Books and Fees $1,000

Medical Insurance $1,721

Personal Expenses $4,605

Summer Living Expenses $4,730

Total Cost: $58,621

http://www.bc.edu/schools/csom/msf/admission/financing.html

 

Confidential Declaration Of Finances

In order for an international student (defined by citizenship, not country of residency) to enter the United States , the student must obtain a visa from a United States Consulate or Embassy. Among the necessary documentation needed to obtain a visa is the visa certificate, Form I-20 or Form IAP-66, issued by Boston College . Once admitted to Boston College , students will receive a copy of the Confidential Declaration of Finances Form that must be completed by the student, the student's parents, and the family's bank. Through this form, the family will verify that it has the necessary financial support to meet the student's tuition and living expenses while in the United States . Boston College will not award a Form I-20 or Form AIP-66 without receipt of the Confidential Declaration of Finances Form.