Specialized Master in Finance

STEM Designation

STEM-Designated Program

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) play an increasingly important role in addressing critical needs of today's complex business world. Fisher's STEM-designated Specialized Master in Finance program prepares students with the business insights and skills they need to succeed as future leaders.

What does STEM-designation mean for you?

  • Engaging. The extended Optional Practical Training (OPT) time for STEM-designated programs may enhance your career prospects post-graduate with E-Verified employers.
  • Competitive Advantage. Fisher College is one of the few graduate finance programs approved for STEM-designation.
  • Innovative. Discover the powerful combination of data & analytics and finance coursework. The Fisher SMF curriculum provides you with practical use of the latest analytics technology, and real-world experiences that are essential to your career success.

Specialized Master in Finance OPT & STEM Guide

24-month OPT extension

On March 11, 2016, the Department of Homeland Security published a final rule allowing certain F-1 students who receive STEM-based degrees, and who meet other specified requirements, to apply for a 24-month extension of their post-completion OPT. The 24-month extension will replace the 17-month STEM OPT extension previously available to STEM students (see 73 FR 18944). Eligible students may now apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension.

Contact Us

No matter the stage of your graduate education journey, we encourage you to connect with us to find answers to any questions you may have about Fisher's Specialized Master in Finance program. 

Specialized Master in Finance (SMF) Program Contact: 

Program Recruiter: Raahkema Cropper | Schedule a Virtual Call or email the SMF Program at fisher_smf@fisher.osu.edu

Fisher Graduate Programs Office:

614-292-8511

Contact Fisher's Graduate Programs Office directly to schedule on-campus activities such as in-person meetings, class visits and campus tours. We will do our best to accommodate your request in-person or virtually within university guidelines - Safe and Healthy Buckeyes.

SMF Program Information Sheet
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