Recognizing that attending Columbia Business School is a significant investment of time and money, we strive to provide our students with various means to finance the degree.

The budget provided on the bottom of this page is based on a moderate student lifestyle. Tuition is set by the University's Board of Trustees and is ratified in June of each year. The current MSFE tuition rate is $2,322 per credit.

Estimated Student Budget 2017-2018 (Fall, Spring)*

* Based on 2016-2017 figures

**Students may incur additional costs, such as student club events.

Columbia Business School does not offer merit- or need-based financial aid for the Master of Science in Financial Economics Program. However, federal or private loans may be available to qualified candidates. The MBA loans page lists detailed information about obtaining loans, much of which is applicable to Master of Science candidates.

US Citizens and Permanent residents are able to borrow the cost of attendance in either federal or private loans. Full instructions will be available upon admission. Students are able to borrow for living and travel expenses as well as tuition. Those who wish to only utilize tuition amounts should follow the amounts outlined below (choosing either the Graduate PLUS or Private Loan). If you wish to borrow additional living expenses above tuition the amounts will be specified in your award letter after completing your FAFSA.

Teaching and research assistantships are offered directly through faculty members, although these appointments are generally awarded to doctoral students. More information about on-campus work opportunities can be found here.

International students are only eligible to be considered for private loans with a US cosigner. Loans without a US cosigner are not available. Most international students rely on family funds, personal savings, government or company sponsorships, and/or loans secured in their home countries. See additional resources for international students.