Admissions

Master of Finance

Step 1: Admission requirements

Bachelor's degree

Completion of a four-year bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.

Work experience

Recommended: 0–2 years

GPA and GMAT/GRE

  • Minimum GPA of 3.30 over the last 60 units
  • At least three undergraduate quantitative courses
  • GMAT recommended score above 600, or equivalent GRE
  • Exceptional candidates may qualify for a GMAT waiver

Find out international GPA equivalents

English proficiency

Required for non-native speakers.

  • IELTS Academic: a minimum of 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each section.
  • TOEFL (iBT version): a minimum score of 92 with at least 20 in each section. For tests taken after Jan. 21, 2026, a minimum score of 4.5 is required, with at least 4.0 in reading, writing and speaking sections and a minimum 4.5 in listening section.
  • CAEL: 70
  • Academic Communication Certificate: minimum A-

Step 2: Know your deadline

  • Applications open:

    • September 15

  • Application deadline:

    • International applicants: March 1
    • Domestic applicants: June 1

  • Rolling reviews: 

    • Applications are evaluated as received

  • Funding advantage: 

    • Earlier applicants access more scholarship funds.

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Learn about tuition, scholarships, awards and financing options available for Master of Finance (MFin) students.

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Step 3: Prepare your documents

Required documents

  • Résume

  • Two reference letters (at least one academic)

  • Unofficial transcripts

    • Official transcripts will be required at a later date following admission. Official transcripts will be sent directly from your previous university. Transcripts can take two months or more to be received. International students may need longer.

  • Official test results (if required)

    • GMAT or GRE
    • English language proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS Academic/CAEL/Academic Communication Certificate)

Two ways to submit your official transcript

  • The Registrar’s Office of your post-secondary institution/s can email transcripts to UCalgary’s Faculty of Graduate Studies at gradtranscripts@ucalgary.ca.
  • Please note that email transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution's transcript office.
    • Official email transcripts need to be sent by the transcript office(s) of the institution(s) that you attended. The name of the transcript office varies between institutions, but common examples include the Registrar’s Office, Controller of Examinations, Student Records, or Admissions Office. Email transcripts sent by individual faculty members, non-registrarial staff, or students cannot be accepted as official.

Transcripts should be sent directly from the Registrar’s Office of your institution/s to the Haskayne School of Business. Official transcripts will be sealed in an envelope with the institution’s official seal.

If the transcripts are in a language other than English, official translated copies are also required.

Address to:

Faculty of Graduate Studies 
MacKimmie Tower, Second Floor 
2500 University Drive N.W. 
Calgary, Alberta, Canada  
T2N 1N4

Step 4: Submit your application

Applications are submitted through the University of Calgary's online graduate application system.

Create your account

Register for an account using the University of Calgary's online application system. You'll use this account to complete your application and track its progress.

Complete your online application

Enter your personal information, academic history and program details.

Pay the application fee

Submit the non-refundable application fee to complete your application submission.

Upload your supporting documents

Upload all required documents before the application deadline. Some documents may be submitted later if requested.

Complete your admissions interview (if required)

You will be notified by Haskayne’s Graduate Admissions Office if a virtual interview is necessary after we review your application.

Track your application status

Monitor your application through your applicant account and respond promptly to any requests for additional information.

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Ready to take the next step? Start your application or review the application guide.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is my GMAT score valid?

We accept GMAT scores within five years of the test date.

How can I get Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)?

For questions about PGWP eligibility, please visit International Student Services (ISS) website.

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