Master of Science in Finance (MSF)

MSF Application Process Checklist


Getting Started

The following information is needed to complete your FSU graduate application. Please review this application checklist to determine what will be submitted online and what you must mail to Florida State University. All students admitted to the Program must complete the prerequisite business foundation courses or equivalents before entering (or enrolling in) the MSF program.

The following information is provided to clarify the application procedures for MSF program in The College of Business.

I. The following two (2) items should be sent directly to FSU

  • University Application for Admission to a Graduate Program (available exclusively online at https://admissions.fsu.edu/gradapp/)
  • Nonrefundable application fee of $30.00 (see University Application – may be paid online)
Florida State University
PO Box 5000
Tallahassee, FL 32314-5000
II. The following three (3) items should be sent to the Admissions office

  • Two official transcripts from all schools attended
  • Florida Resident Affidavit (see University Application or http://admissions.fsu.edu/images/pdf/residency.pdf)
  • Official TOEFL Score Report (required of international applicants whose native language is not English, regardless of academic background)
Admissions Office
PO Box 3062400
282 Champions Way
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL 32306-2400
III. The following items should be sent directly to the FSU College of Business through the online admissions application only

  • An applicant's statement of purpose for pursuing the MSF Degree (1-2 pages)
  • An up-to-date resume, clearly indicating an excellent prior academic record, from accredited universities, and any work experience including dates and positions held
  • Three (3) recommendations: Two (2) recommendations from former college professors and one (1) recommendation from outside of the academic environment that speak specifically of the applicant's ability to successfully complete the MSF program and other attributes which make the applicant a valuable addition to the MSF Program
IV. The following items should be sent directly to the FSU College of Business
Graduate Office
College of Business
Florida State University
821 Academic Way, RBB 215
PO Box 3061110
Tallahassee, FL 32306-1110
Phone (850) 644-6458
Fax (850) 644-0588 (please use a cover sheet)
  • Official GMAT scores and, if applicable, a copy of TOEFL scores

International applicants should visit http://admissions.fsu.edu/intl/graduate.htm for information concerning financial responsibilities, degree equivalency, etc.