Financial Economics
The Master of Science in Financial Economics degree prepares graduates for employment in the financial services sector in positions requiring advanced quantitative and analytical skills and in-depth familiarity with the structure and functioning of financial markets and institutions. The program provides a solid foundation in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory and financial management to ensure that graduates have the conceptual tools needed to develop sound research designs and understand the role of financial markets and institutions within the economy. The program includes courses from the School of Economics and the Maine Business School and offers thesis and non-thesis options.
Admission Requirements
Please review the School of Economics website and Admissions Requirement page prior to applying.
Degrees offered: MS
Program Format: On Campus
Application deadline: January 1 preferred date for assistantship consideration, rolling if space is available (Fall)
Test Required: None
Contact: Keith Evans
Contact Email: keith.evans@maine.edu
Program Website: Financial Economics
Accelerated Program Information for UMaine Undergraduates
Major Pathways: Economics Majors, Financial Economics Majors
Accelerated Program Deadline:
End of sophomore year or beginning of junior year