Overview

Key Features

The field of financial planning is growing exponentially, and as a result, the demand for financial planners who assist individuals in planning for their financial future, has greatly increased.

The Financial Planning program delivered at New York University is certified by the Financial Planner (CFP®) Board of Standards and prepares students for financial planning jobs in private practice, as well as in settings such as banks, investment firms, and wealth management firms. As large numbers of financial planners retire, a financial advisor career will become a path that can provide a competitive salary as well as great satisfaction in helping others. In fact, US News and World Report ranks financial planning among the best business jobs and best-paying jobs (12/2020).

Earning the MS in Financial Planning is beneficial for both early career professionals and mid-career professionals, who will be prepared with strong analytical skills to enter the industry. Those who have studied finance, economics, accounting, law, and business, and who enjoy working with people would do well in a career that involves personal financial planning. While some financial planners are able to learn skills on the job, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that a master’s degree can improve a personal financial advisor’s chances of moving into a management position and attracting new clients.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Financial Planning Analysis and Risk Management
Investment and Wealth Management
Income Taxation and Strategy
Retirement Planning Strategies
Estates, Gifts, and Trusts
Research Applications in Financial Planning

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Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00

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Spring: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis after the deadlines depending on seat availability.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

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Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Online application form
$150 application fee
College/university transcripts
Statement of purpose
Two recommendations
Resume

Kira Talent Assessment
An essay prompt in place of the general personal statement prompt.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

53004 USD / year

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53004 USD / year

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In-State

53004 USD / year

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Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

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English requirements

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Financing

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