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The Master of Science Program

The Master of Science in Financial Engineering (FE) is a 33-credit program designed to provide students with the skills required to operate at the cutting-edge of financial engineering in today’s financial services industry. The program is rigorous, demanding and selective. The M.S. in Financial Engineering is a well-established program with a diverse curriculum. Our faculty are recognized leaders in their fields, all with extensive practical expertise. They produce world-class research while teaching both introductory and advanced courses in small class settings. The financial and practical components of the educational program have been further strengthened by developing a large and versatile body of adjunct faculty consisting of leading financial market practitioners from major Wall Street firms as well as international affiliated faculty. These adjunct faculty members work closely with full-time faculty emphasizing both applied and theoretical research in bringing to financial engineering students a greater sensitivity to the needs and the demands of financial markets and the management of financial services and institutions.

Required to Complete the Financial Engineering M.S. program

• Two pre-program boot camp courses (0 credits)
• Self-paced course in the use of Bloomberg Terminals (0 credits)
• FRE-GY 6073 Introduction to Derivative Securities    (3 credits) 
• FRE-GY 6083 Quantitative Methods in Finance    (3 credits)
• FRE-GY 6103 Valuation for Financial Engineering    (3 credits)
• FRE-GY 6023 Financial Economics    (3 credits) 
• FRE-GY 6123 Financial Risk Management    (3 credits)    
• FRE-GY 7773 Machine Learning in Financial Engineering    (3 credits) 
• Elective coursework (13.5 credits)
• Laboratory learning (1.5 credits)
• Capstone (3 credits)
• Capstone assessment course (0 credits)

Total # of credits: 33

The program prepares its graduates to enter fast-moving, highly rewarding careers spanning the many occupations prevalent in financial services and related industries. The educational program is continuously updated and adapted to the changing financial environment. Undergraduate students are not allowed to take courses in the M.S. in Financial Engineering program, except for those in a combined B.S./M.S. program.

Vertically Integrated Projects

The Finance and Risk Engineering Department offers two sections in the Vertically Integrated Project series - VIP-GY 5000 . These sections are:

• Merger & Acquisition Outcome Prediction
• Active Portfolio Management with Machine Learning and Time Series Forecasting

These are optional projects interested students may choose to take.

The Department receives a large number of applications every year. To be considered for admission into the M.S. in Financial Engineering program, students must have a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution and proven mathematical mastery of the following topics:

Linear Algebra

Probability Theory

Multi-variable Calculus 

Applied Statistics

Computer Programming

Applicants must submit official transcripts from each institution attended as well as GRE test scores. When applicable, applicants must also prove English language proficiency demonstrated by a TOEFL or IELTS score.

The FRE department does not accept change-of- major requests from students in other NYU programs. In all instances, students must formally apply to this M.S. FE program. Applicants must have demonstrated proficiency in the mathematical areas listed to be considered for admission.

For questions about the application process, application status or to talk to an admissions counselor, please contact:

Office of Graduate Enrollment Management and Admissions

NYU Tandon School of Engineering 6 MetroTech Center Brooklyn, NY 11201 [email protected] Phone: 646.997.3182 Fax: 646.997.3624

Sample Study Plans

Sample Study Plans for M.S. Financial Engineering at NYU Tandon:

Four Semester Plus Summer Graduation Plan

Three Semester Plus Summer Graduation Plan

Published September 18, 2023

Your Guide to the NYU Supplemental Essay

Katie Hindman

Senior Assistant Director of Admissions

As part of this year’s first-year application , you’ll have the option to answer a new NYU supplemental essay question. This year, we’re asking something brand new:

We are looking for peacemakers, changemakers, global citizens, boundary breakers, creatives and innovators – Choose one quote from the following and let us know why it inspires you; or share a short quote and person not on our list who inspires you, and include why (250 words).

• “We’re used to people telling us there are no solutions, and then creating our own. So we did what we do best. We reached out to each other, and to our allies, and we mobilized across communities to make change, to benefit and include everyone in society.”  Judith Heumann, 2022 NYU Commencement Address
• “ I encourage your discomfort, that you must contribute, that you must make your voice heard. That is the essence of good citizenship .” Sherilynn Ifill, 2015 NYU Commencement Address
• “If you know how to fly but you never knew how to walk, wouldn’t that be sad?” Lang Lang, 2015 NYU Honorary Degree Recipient
• “ You have the right to want things and to want things to change. ” Sanna Marin, Former Prime Minister of Finland,  2023 NYU Commencement Address
• “It’s hard to fight when the fight ain’t fair.” Taylor Swift, “Change,” Released 2008, 2022 NYU Commencement Speaker
• Share a short quote and person not on this list, and why the quote inspires you.

No matter your initial reaction to this new question (perhaps “How or where do I start?!” or  “Hmm, nobody has answered this before…” or even “Woohoo! I get to be the first to take this on– no expectations!”), we want this question to give you a chance to shine.

Remember that there are real people (like me!) on the other side of the screen reading your application, and no matter what you write, we are grateful that you’re willing to share with us. 

We encourage you to approach the (optional!) NYU supplemental essay question with a sense of curiosity and excitement– because, after all, it’s all about YOU! 

HOW SHOULD YOU START?

Everyone’s writing process is distinct and personal. To begin, it might be helpful to jot down some ideas about what inspires you in each of these quotes. Even if one jumps out immediately, give some thought to them all! Is there a common theme that comes up in the ways you relate to each? Do they remind you of another quote that inspires you? Brainstorm in the way that works best for you, but give yourself a fair opportunity to consider your best answer.

Once you’ve chosen the quote you’ll reflect on, get all of your thoughts on paper. Sometimes the best writing comes from fragmented and unedited ideas, so try to stay away from judging your own writing before it’s time to edit.

WHAT SHOULD YOU SAY?

While each of the selected quotes has a specific connection to NYU, we want your answer to be about YOU. We assume you’re excited about NYU because you’re choosing to apply, so there’s no need to use this as a way to tell us about your interest in the school. You also don’t need to give us a literary or academic analysis! We’re confident you’re developing these skills in school. Rather, this is our opportunity to read about what inspires you as an individual (because we’re inspired by these quotes, too)!

Finally, think about how your answer might enhance what you’ve already shared with us through the rest of your application. Remember, you only have 250 words to answer the NYU supplemental essay, so start big and then narrow your ideas down to their most succinct form. Pick an idea and get right to it.

THE BOTTOM LINE…

There is no right or wrong way to answer as long as your answer is genuine to you. 

Remember that this question is completely optional (we promise). If you decide that you don’t want to answer the question, you will not be penalized in the admissions process. 

All of us admissions counselors are wishing you the very best of luck as you complete your college applications. We are already looking forward to learning more about the unique and dynamic class of 2028!

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• Thread starter uofc
• Start date 1/16/18

I think I posted in the wrong forum so here it is again. I'm wondering what the video essay asks about and if there are different questions for each chance at recording. Thanks!  

I have the same question as you. So do you finally take the video essay? What questions do they ask?  

Max Lamberti

Hey! I guess this response is a bit late if you were gunning to submit for round 1. For anyone from later rounds who is interested, I got a question somewhere along the lines of: "Why do you think you are a good fit for Berkeley's MFE program?" Take it with a grain of salt though, I don't know if everyone gets the same question or if the question persists across application rounds. Not sure whether the question remains the same on the second try, I recorded only one. Good luck!  

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