To be considered for admission, applicants for Penn State Great Valley’s Master of Finance program will need the following:
- A copy of your official transcript from all institutions attended. Penn State alumni do not need to provide transcripts. Applicants should hold either a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a tertiary (post-secondary) degree that is deemed comparable to a four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution. This degree must be from an officially recognized degree-granting institution in the country in which it operates.
- A grade point average of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale) is recommended.
- A copy of the applicant's current resume.
- A one-page written statement of intent to highlight one’s academic background, work experience, skills, strengths, academic interests, and professional goals.
- Contact information for one reference.
- GMAT/GRE scores are optional.
how to applyInternational applicants, please review the International Applicant Guidelines for additional admission requirements and instructions.
Applicants are evaluated on their portfolio of academic performance, relevant work experience, quantitative and analytical skills, as evidenced from coursework and/or work experience.