In order to major in computational finance, a student must apply and be accepted into the program. An application consists of a resume and a one-page essay explaining the student's interest in finance, what that student has done to pursue that interest, and how the Computational Finance major fits with the student's career plan. This should address the student's aptitude for mathematics, understanding of finance careers, and any relevant experience the student has had. Students will be evaluated on their academic performance, their life experiences, and their communication skills. Students who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview with the admissions committee.
Students seeking admission should first take three or four mathematics courses and have a high B average or better in these courses. Most students apply in the second semester of the sophomore year while taking the course 21-270 Introduction to Mathematical Finance. Applications are accepted each semester just prior to mid-term, and admissions decisions are announced before registration for the subsequent semester. Students should submit their applications to
Dr. David Handron
Associate Director
Bachelor of Science in Computational Finance
WEH 6113
or send a pdf copy of their application to
bscf@math.cmu.edu.
Inquires may be sent to Dr. Handron at handron@andrew.cmu.edu.
For the Fall 2011 Semester, applications will by due on Monday, October 24.