Master of Science in Finance (MSF) Program Dynamics
The Master of Science in Finance (MSF) at California State University, San Bernardino is designed for ambitious professionals who want to advance their careers in finance, banking, investment, and corporate management. While courses are taught by expert faculty from the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration, the program is administered through the College of Extended and Global Education (CEGE), ensuring flexible support and resources for both domestic and international students.
Program Length and Course Cycles
Students typically take three to four graduate-level finance courses per semester across three semesters (Fall–Spring–Fall). By enrolling in four courses each semester, plus the culminating experience in the final term, students can complete the MSF degree in as little as 16 months.
The MSF curriculum includes:
- 11 finance-focused courses (33 units total)
- A comprehensive exam and portfolio review in the final semester
- Training in advanced financial modeling, investment analysis, risk management, and corporate finance
Tuition and Fees (Estimated for 3 Semesters)
| Category | Cost Breakdown |
| Tuition | $29,700 |
| Campus Fees | $3,318.09 |
Optional/Additional Fees | |
| On-Campus Housing | $21,840 |
| Yotie Meal Plans | $9,660 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Health Insurance (International Students) | $3,486 |
| Personal Expenses | $7,804 |
| Total | $76,808.09 |
*Note: All CSU listed fees should be regarded as estimates that are subject to change upon approval by the CSU Board of Trustees and may occur without notice. Higher health insurance rates may apply for students over the age of 24. If your spouse or children will accompany you to the United States, you must provide proof of additional funding of $1,800 for a spouse and $1,200 per child per academic year (2 semesters).
Drop and Refund Policy
If you need to drop a course, you must email your Program Specialist. The date on your email will be used as the official drop date. The Program Specialist will process the course change for you—please note that faculty cannot drop students from courses.
- Before the census date: Courses dropped will not appear on your academic record.
- After the census date: Dropping a course requires approval from both the instructor and the Department Chair. The course will remain on your record and be assigned the appropriate grade. For grading details, please see the CSUSB Office of the Registrar webpage.
Your MS Finance program follows the CEGE tuition refund policy, which is different from the main campus policy. Be sure to review the refund deadlines posted on the Information for Admitted Students page.
Refund schedule:
- 100% refund (minus $25 administrative fee): if you drop before the course start date
- 65% refund (minus $25 administrative fee): if you drop between the first day of class and the census date
- No refund: if you drop after the census date
Payment deadline: Tuition payments are due seven days before the first day of class. A $25 late fee will apply to payments made after this deadline.
