Most important factors in MFE admission

[Lukee]

As the title says, I'm wondering which factors MFE programs weigh the highest when going through applications (GPA, GRE, internships, research, etc.)
Any help is appreciated

 

[Andy Nguyen]

I know @Bill Stanley and we both reviewed applications for the NYU Courant Math Fin program back in the days.

Do’s and Don’ts of MFE Applications

When applying to a master’s program, it is not possible to specify the exact requirements necessary to be accepted, because there is flexibility in the process. An application that is weaker in one area might be accepted because of strengths in other areas. For the most part, the standard of...

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[Lukee]

Thanks Andy, that is really helpful

I know @Bill Stanley and we both reviewed applications for the NYU Courant Math Fin program back in the days.

Do’s and Don’ts of MFE Applications

When applying to a master’s program, it is not possible to specify the exact requirements necessary to be accepted, because there is flexibility in the process. An application that is weaker in one area might be accepted because of strengths in other areas. For the most part, the standard of...

quantnet.com