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We still have a dozen people with Pending status in this year cycle according to the Tracker. Let's go and get those Pending turn into Accepted :)

The first step to do the UK ranking will be underway soon. If everything goes according to plan, we will release our first ever UK ranking in March. Even after doing the US MFE rankings for the past 15 years, it's still exciting to step into the unknown. Hopefully, QuantNet will be a central...

That's interesting. Data Analytics is one of several concentrations offered by the Cornell ORIE. It sounds very similar to what Columbia used to offer their MFE applicants the option to do MSOR degree. Let's us know what you decide.

The program's executive director Jacob Gallice @jacobgallice has moved to another role at UCB. The program is currently searching for a new executive director. https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7158845454724591617/

Welcome back! It's been a while :)

You didn’t add your timelines in the Tracker so it is hard to comment without your profile. Do you receive any scholarship from either program?

You must not have added anything in our Tracker. Everyone who used our Tracker has at least one admit, mostly more than one. Maybe superstitious but what our data shows. Now that you have one admit under the belt, may the rest go as planned. Happy New Year to all our Asian members.

Looks like we have a lot of Alpha and Maroon award recipients among ourselves here :)

Congrats and put it in the Tracker too.

I'm going to address the first part. While there are dozens of MFE programs in the US, we only rank the top programs. The list of these programs may vary over the years because our inclusion criteria gets more stringent over years. As you rightly pointed out, UNCC and SB (among others) are not...

Some programs have a rolling admission process where first in first out. Others will wait to review all completed applications together. They should explain to you their process during one of those admission Q/A zoom.

Congrats. 30% scholarship is big.

Got your decision yet?

https://quantnet.com/threads/the-most-selective-mfe-quant-master-programs-in-the-u-s.53990/

Sounds like an admit. Basically the decision is made by the program but the rest of the admission process is done by the graduate college admission office who will release the decision.

UIUC MFE program? https://quantnet.com/resources/categories/us.10/?custom_fields[program_resource_id]=24

It takes 2 years to plan properly for MFE application. You are 26, while above average age for most incoming classes, are not outside of the spectrum. Your task would be to fill the math/programming courses efficiently. You may take courses at local colleges in the evening while working. Build...

Congrats @kznil Would be great if you can share your timeline on the Tracker. We need to get more cases for UK programs. Do you receive any scholarship from Imperial? I would contact Oxford right away that you have a deadline to respond to Imperial. They may be able to accommodate. It doesn't...

This has been renamed MSc Financial Analytics last year.

This is a very specialized track. Are you sure you don't want to do more traditional STEM degree to explore more options later on? Things may change a few years down the road and being too specialized early on may be disadvantageous.

It has now been replaced with the Quantitative Finance with Data Science program. This new program took the first incoming students in Oct 2023 and will have first graduates in Oct 2024. There are still legacy Mathematical Finance students there but the focus is in the new QFDS program. I'm...

Just to clarify, this is Financial Economics program under Columbia Business School, not the other Columbia MFE program.

Queen's University Belfast Quantitative Finance MSc programme seems to disappear as well.

Looks like the Birkbeck Mathematical Finance program is gone.

Can you add his timelines for programs he applied to on our Tracker?

I would point this out that the data you see is not always as accurate as it should be. The placement data is voluntary and not everyone student reported their salary and not every program collects the data. What you end up is a small sample of data when it is presented in the best light...

If you look at the Tracker, filter by Columbia MFE, result Accepted and filter by Interview date descending, it shows that applications back in 2021 had interviews. No interviews since then. There are lot of useful information to be mined from the Tracker data.

A sneakpeek of our new ranking layout.

Good discussion @amateur-quant. I think you are right to have a different expectation compared to those coming from MFE programs directly from undergrad with no work experience. For them anything north of 100K/year is a huge amount of money but for those working as SWE or those familiar with...

Good planning for a master programs take two years since getting into a top program and getting into a so-so program will be a difference of hundred of thousands of dollars in potential earning over your lifetime. Take some math courses at local colleges at night or online while you are working...

@ves @Chevis Congrats on the interviews. If you feel generous, please share your interview date, info and your timeline on our Tracker. That would be much appreciated by all the applicants.

The top ranked Baruch MFE has pre-MFE courses you should consider. Coming from a non quantitative background, it would be good to load up on these relevant courses to make sure you are on par with applicants with STEM background.

Not specific to UCB MFE program but if any program is offering you admission, it will be conditional on you complete a range of math/programming/finance courses. Are you open to the option of target the 2025 cycle and strengthen your background? Take QuantNet C++ course, Options course and some...

We are very early in the planning stage for such a huge undertaking so it will take some time before any data is available. It will be exciting to see how the final ranking takes shape.

I've seen many mentions of Cambridge Part III when I asked about master quant programs in UK. From what I can see, it's a purely mathematical course which does not provide any quant-related courses. Is its reputation as a rigorous math course enough of the requirement for their graduates to...

Congrats and please update the Tracker. Any scholarships?

The demand for skilled labor is much higher than the supply right now as economic data released today shown. It has been pretty resilient, despite predictions from many economists that we will be for a long time now. The perception of a recession may play a part in the increasing number of MFE...

They stated that they will increase the size of the program. There is a discussion here recently. My guess is close to 50 so you have the same chance. https://bcf.princeton.edu/news/record-breaking-applications-for-master-in-finance-program/

That exactly is the plan, Mike. I know Chicago has scholarships but didn't know the range of aids they offer. I put this up from some info gleamed on their website and some sparse reports here and there...

Yeah, the objective for me to add those is to find out which programs offer scholarships and how much. They don't seem to publicly share these but these are very important factors for applicants to know.

You are not the only one who got confused. Turned out there are lot of people who mistakenly entered the date for the decision before the submitted date. For example, submitted Nov 2020, decision Feb 2020 instead of Feb 2021. We have to batch updated them. Also, we added a Financial Aid field so...

This is a good read by @QuantCoach https://quantnet.com/threads/im-a-junior-buyside-quant-trader-ama.53762/

@Mohammed Abdul You will find this most recent testimonial answers some of your question https://quantnet.com/threads/c-online-programming-cert-testimonials.9227/page-16#post-331097

Looks like the vote is overwhelmingly for option A. If you haven't voted, please do and let me know any suggestion about the layout before we finalize it.

You are in good position to get started here. I'm curious if you are directed here from WSO? Would be good to get some idea on the the roles, the skills. Plenty of reading materials for you to read while you soak up knowledge and prep...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaeltnietzel/2024/01/17/cuny-receives-record-75-million-gift-from-simons-foundation/?sh=29f978075519 The City University of New York (CUNY), the nation’s largest urban public university system, is being given a $75 million donation from the Simons Foundation...

https://www.twosigma.com/articles/a-guide-to-large-language-model-abstractions/ The authors map the landscape of frameworks for abstracting interactions with and between large language models, and suggest two systems of organization for reasoning about the various approaches to, and philosophies...

Second this. I just went through the Tracker and filter the listing by results. It appears admits get a quicker result than rejects. On average, it takes 94 days from submission to result.

Need your input. We've been working to update the ranking layout which has been the same for the past dozen years. There are 2 layouts here. (A) is with a small image on the right. Simple but with some graphic element to visually differentiate programs a bit. (B) is with a larger image on the...

We definitely should get more people applying to Toronto program posting their timelines here. I bet there are more but it's hard to know since the Tracker is the only way to know how many people applying and any results. Can you guys post your timelines on the Tracker? Applications

And to further answer your question, the course is basically teaching you C++ from the ground up with one last level where you see how they all come together and be applied in finance. It does not require any heavy math background or finance background. You are provided all the ingredients to...

Hey Mohammed, We have plenty of people taking the C++ courses for non-finance purposes. They work in different industries where C++ is playing a crucial role. AI/Tech/Learning Machine, etc. You will get a very solid foundation in the first C++ course and then really go to the next level with the...

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The online time we ranked a USC program, it was 4 years ago and it was for the USC Mathematical Finance program. https://quantnet.com/2020-mfe-programs-rankings/ As you can see, it was unranked due to lack of data. With the data provided, it was at the bottom of the list based on the score. I...

Please keep us updated on this journey if you decide to join the program. It's always the trailblazers like you who can provide the greatest insights and input for everyone involved. Definitely interested to learn more about it.

I have a feeling that these UK programs do not have as strong a dedicated career service for MFE graduates compared to their US counterparts. Anyone familiar with the UK programs please share any insight if they can.

Let's us all know how it goes and please update the results on the Tracker if you can. Thanks and good luck everyone.

Your first challenge would be to get an interview for a finance job. Without industry connection or university career service, your choice is most likely to work with a recruiter. I assume with the credentials, it's easier step. Then you need to prep for it. Knowing the industry, which firms and...

Not surprising. There will be a UK ranking this year and from the initial data I gather, too many programs for a very few applications.

I added to the list above. It's amazing the number of similar programs a UK college/university can offer. In many case, the same director manages several MS programs.

I don't see your applications in the Tracker, that's why I'm asking. I'm sure you will get in one of those places. Best of luck.

Did anyone has an interview and subsequently rejected? It seems all the rejections so far have been a straight deny.

What other programs are you applying to? It's somewhere here. We have some detailed historical admission data from top programs (Baruch/Princeton) which will be expanded soon to cover most programs.

Here is the link to MIT trackers https://quantnet.com/tracker/?program_id=19&order=application_updated&direction=desc

Guys, can you add your interview date on your Tracker please? This will be tremendously useful to see how long from apply to interview.

If anyone receive any fellowship/grant/scholarship from NCSU, can you please share with us? It's an important data point for applicants to make a decision and the more we have, the better decision we can make.

You guys should see some update on the Tracker soon. In case you haven't added yours there, it's the best tool to follow the decisions that are being updated everyday.

Congrats and let us know when you receive result from Oxford.

Sweet. Let's those admits coming. Will be excited to see the Tracker light up with the blue admitted status.

Wow. Such a huge milestone. Congrats Daniel.

Result should come up soon for you. If you have your cases on the Tracker, be sure to update and let us know how it goes. Same with other programs you are applying.

Fixed the list by uploading the PDF again. For new members who haven't seen it yet.

Hopefully some decisions are pending for you guys. Best of luck. Let us know when you have an update and share it on our Tracker too since it's very actively watched.

As admission decisions start to come in, let's get a tradition going here so we can share the programs we applied to, the admits/rejects we received and the program we are ultimately joining. Let's keep the format uniform and discussions on their separate programs threads. >>>>>>> Please share...

Traditionally, STEM degrees are the main major feeding quant programs. You are clearly smart enough to make the transition. Take the programming courses we have here. The C++ course is the #1 course taken by thousands of MFE applicants and have proven to be extremely useful. Then take the usual...

Please enter your timeline and track it here https://quantnet.com/tracker/?program_id=28&order=application_updated&direction=desc

Best of luck everyone. Please make sure you add your application in the Tracker.

The list of UK programs we collect is above.

I would be curious to see what people think of a list of 10 worthy UK quant programs.

My interest in this discussion is for the UK programs ranking purpose. It seems to be the line between a traditional MFE/Math Fin programs vs Finance programs are not that clear in the UK. My goal would be to have a similar ranking like we do with the US MFE programs here. But first, I need some...

Take a look at the master reading list book in my signature. It has links to many free PDF as well as the popular books on many topics.

Nice job of spotting that piece of data. That Fall 2024 application number will be reflected on our next rankings. They will increase the size of the program so expect to see 40-50 people in their incoming cohort. We can somewhat track the trend by the data in our Tracker so I strongly...

You target MIT MFin, Yale AM so may as well apply to Columbia MSFE (Financial Economics). I see that your interest is a bit broader than most MFE applicants. Taking a C++ course and doing well will prep you for the MFE courseworks. After the C++, take the Python course here. It's the perfect...

Set your expectation lower. You must be a standout from thousands of applicants across the country to get an offer from such firms fresh out of college. Getting into CMU is the easiest part of that plan.

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Programs will look at two things: your ability to handle the course work and your ability to get a job. The first part has lot to do with your education background, how up to date is your math skills, programming ability. The second part, your work experience plays a big part. I know plenty of...

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By the way, in our next update, you can filter the reviews by star rating. Clicking on 1 star will show all reviews with 1 star and so on. Just make it easier to find the negative reviews. When I shop on Amazon, I do spend time reading all the negative review of a product first.

I would be interested to know as well.

I'm going to work (attempt to try) on some filters so that reviews by verified members will be displayed as default. And you click on a button to show all reviews. I think it's a workaround that is reasonable. In the long term, the only way we can encourage more genuine reviews from more...

Hey Matthieu, All European programs but no US? Quick glance but your profile is strong and very math heavy. It looks ideal for a Math grad program than an MFE program which is very industry focused. Finance background, knowledge, good interview skills, C++ (you are addressing it with the...

It's happening again. Do you think these recent reviews bring any substance that would help prospective applicants to make a more informed choice? If no, then are there any chance to the format so we can get more value?

Bumping this up for exposure. Strong profile but it seems you cast your net wide and far. I question some of your choices. Are you American? If yes, no need retake the GRE for verbal. You made it to final rounds so it's good enough.

Best way to keep track is to use the Tracker to see who got results. https://quantnet.com/tracker/?program_id=1

I think you guys make some good observation. Most reviews that are posted in a short period of time are likely results of the program's push to get more alum to leave a review. And majority of the reviews are genuine from real students. If someone wants to contact us to get their account...

It is tuition only. No fees or cost of living is included so you need to budget accordingly.

What do you have in mind?

On behalf of myself and QuantNet, we wish you all a happy holiday. 2024 has been a very active year for us and we have many things to be thankful of. Thank you everyone who contributed this year, be it answering a question, posting a review, or even just asking a question. We are looking...

Can you guys add your timelines to the Tracker? This way, you can see who got a decision from GaTech.

Thanks for reporting this, Lukee. We'll see how much interest the program generates and how it will look like in the next few years.

Take your time to identify and plan for a program. You can only do an MFE once. Rushing into one just because is a recipe for disasters.

https://www.efinancialcareers.com/news/finance/baruch-masters-in-financial-engineering

C++, Python, Options, interview books, mock interviews, etc. That will get you ahead instead of more math courses beyond what needed for the degree. We are all here to get ready for interviews on day 1.

What is your rationale for those specific programs?

She would need to take some C++ courses to get ready for MFE and internship interviews. The C++ courses we have here are highly relevant and have been used by applicants to get into Baruch, CMU and other top MFE program.s

Updated the ranking to point to this https://quantnet.com/resources/university-of-chicago-master-of-science-in-financial-mathematics.11/field?field=tuition I've seen some members here got the Alpha scholarship that goes up to 70% total tuition but currently the max is 60% off the total tuition...

Mike, You probably meant the Columbia MSFE (Financial Economics) ran by Columbia Business School (CBS) that @Qui-Gon attended, not to be confused with Columbia MFE (Financial Engineering) program which is under IEOR department.

Strongly recommend that you reach out to alumni of both programs to hear their experiences. Our ranking just captures a snapshot of data which can't fully represent the experience you will have at each program. Use our ranking to shortlist the programs and use the resources and reviews page to...

The programs report the mean (average) salary and bonus. They should also have a more detailed report on their website which may have breakdown into median, sectors, years of experience which are what you are looking for. If you don't see those numbers online, email them and they should have it...

Nothing changed. Probably some of their top graduates got huge offers from top firms.

That's something to find out in the 2025 rankings :)

Congrats to the Chicago program. #6 is the highest rank they achieved over the past decade. https://quantnet.com/resources/university-of-chicago-master-of-science-in-financial-mathematics.11/field?field=ranking

Yes sir. Keep checking back as we will update those info as often as we can. I mentioned earlier that we are pressed for time this year so we couldn't get all of the new data available yet but they are coming and you will love it. You can already see historical ranking data for each program on...

The employers information are confidential as a condition for them to participate, of course. I can only say that we survey a large number of employers, from the mega banks and hedge funds that everyone knows to boutique specialty shops. This year, the employers survey has been a huge success as...

I updated the second post with an example of how to interpret the placement numbers reported. This will hopefully give you some useful insight on where the graduates end up.

Due to a very compressed timeline this year, we are not able to display as much info as we would like during launch. It's actually quite a lot of data processing. Hopefully over the next few days, we will update the ranking layout incrementally to provide useful info for prospective students...

How to interpret the employment rate numbers. Take this program for example, of all graduates seeking FT jobs, 76% of them reported getting a FT job at graduation. At 3 months post graduation, that rate increases to 88%. 55% of those seeking FT jobs reported having a FT job in the US and 33%...

We are pleased to announce the publication of the QuantNet 2024 Rankings of Financial Engineering programs. The full 2024 QuantNet MFE ranking will be released here For comparison, the 2023 QuantNet MFE ranking is here. New in 2024 QuantNet MFE ranking New programs added: UC San Diego (Master...

In a few more days guys, the process has been smoother this year but we have one program that submitted very late and still incomplete, causing this unnecessary delay.

This is an anxiety issue more than anything. Also, there are methods to tacke the GRE where you don't waste time on the easy questions.

If you have to report GRE score because some programs require it, then by all means, retake and get the highest score. Top programs expect 168-170. If none of the programs you are applying to requires GRE, spend time on other things. Take C++, do the interview books, review your basic options...

Posted this on LinkedIn to increase exposure to this great opportunity. It looks like this will cost $100 per slot to join this game.

You will find a lot of members here whose first language is not English so we all communicate in technical terms. It's great to see active discussion for something more relevant to our members.

We have the first review of the Imperial program :) https://quantnet.com/resources/imperial-college-london-msc-in-mathematics-and-finance-program.83/reviews#resource-review-1334 I hope more are coming.

Generally, I don't think it's a rule where you must have a letter of recommendation from a math prof. If you got all As in all the standard courses, there isn't much value they can provide. The value is when you take a more advanced course and the teacher can talk in length about your...

Background/degree does not mention lot of math so I would assume lack of the usual prerequisite courses for the traditional MFE programs. You can take the courses to fill the gap and apply to top programs(look at our QuantNet rankings). If you want to keep your options open, maybe some newer...

2) Why not? If you aim for the top, you need to prepare now. 3) I think programming would be the next area you need to address. Take the C++ course we have here and preferably the Python course right after it. It will prime you nicely for internship interviews, etc. And don't forget about the...

Lukee is right. PhD is a serious endeavor that takes most people half a decade or more (emphasis on the more) to complete. If you are aiming for a professional/technical job, then find the best degree that provides that skillset. PhD that ends up in quant jobs are by product of the environment...

When programs do not require GRE, not having it will not be a hinderance if other aspects of your profile are strong. It is not a significant factor like it used to be. In short, skipping it wont hurt, having a good GRE may help marginally.

Do a degree where if you change your mind about being a quant in a few years it still allows you flexibility. Maybe a math or CS degree will flexible enough to get into most technical roles.

We have a series of "A day in the life of" discussions where the authors share their daily job routine. It would provide insight into the roles you are interested in. You can find those by searching for the phrase "a day in the life of" and search title only.

It has to do with the timing of the banks traditional recruiting cycle. Most incoming classes start in Fall so banks schedule their interviews accordingly. When you start in Spring, you will do off-cycle recruitment and this is where a program's career services make a difference. There are...

It's good to hear about your experience. Thanks for sharing. Back in the days when I evaluated applications for a certain Math Finance program, GRE Math subject was a way for applicants to stand out when GRE Q 170 was pretty common and every other aspect of the application was very comparable...

We ought to have a resource for prospective applicants to MFE programs where our QuantNet members can contribute. Links to reading materials, courses to take, which requirements, how to do research on different programs, how to track/compare apps using the Tracker, internship leads, how to...

Fordham MQF program has these courses Financial Programming (C++); Computational Finance (Python); and Advanced C++ for Finance.

Summer Reading List Congratulations on joining the MSc in Mathematics and Finance at Imperial College London this September. We look forward to welcoming you here and, in the meantime, would like to give you some information about the programme itself and how to best prepare for it. The...

Established in 1999, the Imperial College London MSc in Mathematics and Finance program, under the Department of Mathematics, is one of the oldest programmes of its kind. It combines rigorous mathematical training with practical financial applications, offering students a comprehensive...

I did it a couple of times years ago. Most of the time will be spent researching online on which parts to buy (case, motherboard, PSU, graphic card, memory sticks, etc). Putting them together is fun and it could be a weekend project. You could spend a premium to have this one prebuilt and ready...

I'm sure you have some ideas to contribute Paul.

Quant finance is a broad field with numerous job profiles for people with different skill sets and personalities even. There are FO (front office), MO (middle office), BO (back office), each with countless roles that have a decent salary. Take your time to figure out where you will fit in and...

You mean this monster of a CPU? Are you building your own desktop too?

@Ken Abbott does post many resources on risk management. Maybe some of the materials are useful for that area.

If you quote those posts, maybe I can remember the context where I said that. Years ago, employment environment was favorable compared to the job market today. Then everyone got a job offer soon after graduation so the advantage of being a US resident is not that big. Now, it may be the...

The CMU MSCF program announced that they will relocate their NYC campus from the current location at 55 Broad Street to 88 Pine St, about 0.3 miles away. The new location will open for business in Jan 2024 pending state approval. Below is the walking map showing the relative locations of the...

The reasons are both so if you meet all the admission requirements, I strongly recommend you to apply to all the top programs. Don't let those profiles intimidate you. The more diversified a program looks, the more diversified applicant pool they attract so it's a win-win for everyone. Again...

Imperial is a well-known and highly regarded UK program.

The 2024 ranking process has been started and we expect to release it around the same time last year. The list of programs is going through a major change, making the ranking much more selective. We'll update everyone as we have more to say. Stay tuned.

Thanks for sharing the info on the program, Prof. Villamor. From a quick glance of your website and brochure, please correct if the following points are wrong. 1) This is a brand new MS program that will admit the first entering cohort for Fall 2024. 2) This is a 36-credit program (12 courses, 3...

Instead of spending time getting a higher GRE Q which may not be an important factor to programs (they don't require it), you can try to fill up gaps in your profile. Taking the C++ course such as one on QuantNet for example. You are an American so that goes a lot in your favor. You seem to have...

Today, QuantNet was not accessible until 1.30 PM EST. It was caused by several damages to the fiber cables connected to our data center. As a result, our website is one of many thousands affected for most of the day. My apology for the inconvenience caused by this service disruption.

If anyone is open to collaborate with me in gathering data, building some comprehensive data for MFE programs, please reach out. We need more help in this front to make QuantNet a huge clearinghouse for everything about graduate quant programs. You can choose to help with one program or more if...

The Master’s in Asset Management program is a STEM-eligible, quantitatively intense nine-month program that was developed by the late David Swensen ’80 PhD, Yale’s former chief investments officer and the pioneer of the “Yale Model” and Tobias Moskowitz, Dean Takahashi ’80 B.A., ’83 M.P.P.M...

Thanks for doing this. Greatly appreciate it Kaven. This is pay it forward kind of karma so it's a good way to contribute. Wish more people do it. Can you give us some color of what it's been like since you arrived in the Windy City? How is the city, the campus, the people, etc? Anything you...

This does not seem like a professional master's program whose focus is on helping with job placement. In other news https://cofes.rice.edu/announcements/michael-jackson-joins-rice-university-faculty-lecturer-and-director-mstat-program

I understand if someone from the outside would not be able to see the difference between similar online courses or tell what made ours unique. I have been running this since 2011 and can tell you the programs that have required their admitted students to complete the QuantNet C++ certificate as...

This AMA thread by @Igna is a good start https://quantnet.com/threads/im-a-senior-buy-side-quant-researcher-ama.53587/

This is the issue right here. It would help if you do a bit more research and see who does what where in the big picture. This way, you can see which roles would be something you are interested in. This will also help with your short term and long term plan. Here is the reading list that has...

Reality check right here. Most people don't realize that getting into MFE degree is just one of the many steps before you get your first job in the finance industry. The struggle is real and you should plan long term and see where you will land 3 years, 5 years from now. That said, many people...

I say not worth it since GRE is not a good differentiating signal anymore. Having a very low GRE is an automatic rejection but having a high GRE doesn't guarantee anything. Spend your time on things that will get you ready for internship interviews right after your first semester. Things like...

Any local college that gives you a transcript for these course would be fine. These are basic courses that just check the boxes.

Best of luck and keep us updated on your progress. We are here to help. You are not alone in the journey. There are lot of silent members here who are going through the same process so it's good to get feedback.

You need some C++ programming certificate or course on your profile. Take the QuantNet C++ course. It's the preferred choice for many MFE applicants. Calculus 1 with 6/10 and GRE Q of 167 don't look too good. Even many programs do not require GRE these days, you may want to beef up your math...

The fact that you are an American is already a plus. When incoming MFE cohort in many programs is comprised of 95% students from one country, a desire to have a more diversified student body will play in your favor. This is a shoutout to all members here who are currently undergraduate in the US...

Years ago, OR was a popular choice among MFE applicants. Columbia MSOR was one such program that attracted lot of applicants. I haven't heard much about them or OR master programs recently. I'm not sure of the reason. In theory, if you have a good grasp of all the relevant training, any STEM...

Jane Street and Two Sigma are notorious for being a very tough nut to crack. The fact that you got an interview with either one is a huge plus. Did you get any feedback from the interviewers on what areas they feel you are lacking? If so, you can improve on it. If not, like @MikeLawrence...

If you want to work in the US or UK then doing an MFE degree in the respective geography makes sense. Just apply to a few of the top programs that you feel you can get into (much research is needed to make this determination). QuantNet is the place to do this kind of research. You still need to...

Another approach to getting into the junior quant positions you target is to address the your weakness. It seems like you can easily take both our C++ courses and possibly Python course which will cost you a few months and less than $5,000. You can then reapply to those jobs again and...

It doesn't hurt to mention this to the programs you are applying. Tell them which courses are in progress and when/what will be done.

If you are doing a full-time MFE, you don't need the others. Each of those is designed for a different audience and need.

Zip it and upload is best way.

Is this only for that specific program? Does this happen on a phone or desktop? If any chance for a screen recording? I haven’t noticed any change but thanks for reporting.

Coming soon :)

You should send to the same dept that you use for the general GRE. Few people take the GRE Math these days so it's not mentioned much. Make sure you mention this in your essay, application.

These quant programs do not lead to IB roles where MBA/undergrad are better fit. Any top program should give you a path to your desired roles. Some programs have better track record than others. They usually publish the placement, broken down by firms, types, etc so take a look at those stats...

https://pages.stern.nyu.edu/~igiddy/

I guess we need to expand the range of information and cover all programs so people can get what they need. These are very basic info.

This is great. Thanks for the info. I have updated the list above to include them.

Are there other new C++2X features that you are interested in implementing at work?

Thank you for sharing your story @sonmanutd It's great to learn how you are able to make a real impact in your work from what you learned in our courses. From reading this, it looks like every a small change to make the code more efficient can make a big difference the larger the code base. And...

Short list your top target programs. Look at their admitted cohort profiles (either on the website or on QuantNet Tracker). Prepare accordingly. Everything is possible. You just need a plan and realistic expectation.

Judging from how this thread is going, we may have someone applying to graduate math programs in the future. :)

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As far as pre-requirement courses for MFE go, you can take them at any accredited college. Some people take them at community college for cost reason. They all cover the same basic topics for Cal I, II, III, etc. Take them, aim for an A, get a transcript and you are done.

Thank you for the update and we look forward to the Tandon FRE program under Prof. Nizar's leadership.

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