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Jan 21, 2026
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2025-2026 Graduate Catalog
Fintech, M.S.
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Department: Kate Tiedemann School of Business and Finance
This is a self-supporting program. A cost comparison of tuition and fees can be found here.
Please note: With the exception of the Department of Children and Family (DCF) waivers, all other waivers (including State of Florida and USF employee) are not accepted for Self-Funded/Self-Supporting or Market Rate Tuition program courses.
For additional information, visit: USF Tuition Waiver.
The M.S. in Fintech offers a cutting-edge curriculum designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required for thriving careers in financial technology. The program bridges the gap between finance and technology, focusing on innovative tools, advanced data analytics, and emerging technologies.
Accreditation:
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
Major Research Areas:
Finance
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Admission Information
Must meet University Admission and English Proficiency requirements, as well as requirements for admission to the major, listed below. - GMAT Score of 550 or higher (or equivalent GRE) or CFA Level 1
- Applicants with a cumulative undergraduate or graduate GPA of 3.5 or higher from an accredited graduate-level institution (or international equivalent as demonstrated by an accredited foreign credentials evaluation agency) can request and will be considered for a GMAT/GRE waiver.
- For bachelors degrees obtained outside of the U.S., see University Admission Requirements
Curriculum Requirements
Total Minimum Hours - 30 hours - Foundation Courses (if applicable – 6 Credit Hours)
- Shared Core Requirements- 6 Credit Hours
- Additional Required Courses - 9 Credit Hours
- Elective Courses – 15 Credit Hours; (Fintech elective courses - 6 or more Credit Hours and Finance elective courses)
All full-time students need three semesters and part-time students are required to take at least two courses per semester to complete the coursework in five years. Foundation Courses (6 Credit Hours)
A student who does not have an undergraduate degree in business must complete the following foundation courses with a grade of B or higher prior to enrolling in any core or elective courses. Foundation courses can be waived, with the permission of the program director, if the student earned an A or B in these courses or equivalent courses at an AACSB accredited institution within five years of entering the MS. in Fintech major. Shared Core Requirements (6 Credit Hours)
Additional Required Courses (9 Credit Hours)
Elective Courses (15 Credit Hours)
Students are required to complete 15 credit hours of elective courses, which include 6 or more credit hours of Fintech electives and additional Finance electives. Additional Information Regarding Curriculum
Leadership, teamwork, communication skills and organizational change are emphasized. Much of the curriculum is delivered through case studies, class discussion, exercises, group projects, video- taped role-playing, simulations, and prominent guest speakers from the local business and non-profit community. Emphasis is placed on student participation and teamwork. All courses include writing, presentation, and critical thinking skills. |
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