Doctor of Philosophy in Finance

Stern's Ph.D. program in finance trains scholars to conduct research at the leading edge of financial economics.

The faculty represents one of the largest finance research groups in the world that has been ranked consistently as the leading publisher of academic research in top finance journals.

Comprised of more than 40 researchers, including a Nobel-prize-winning economist, our faculty are active in all areas of financeasset pricing, corporate finance, derivatives, market microstructure, and behavioral financewith both theoretical and empirical focus, and with emerging specialization in the areas of financial intermediation, crises, and macro-finance.

As a result of this unusual breadth, students have access to expertise in almost any topic that they might wish to explore.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent,
Students from all academic majors are eligible to apply. Having a strong foundation in the basic social sciences, math or engineering, depending on the discipline to which one applies, is preferred,
Previous graduate work and professional work experience are not admissions requirements.

All applicants to the NYU Stern School of Business Ph.D. Program are required to submit a complete application for admission. A complete application includes the online application, statement of purpose, optional essay, educational history and resume or CV, letters of recommendation, test scores, academic transcripts, and an application fee.

You are required to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores if your native language is not English. TOEFL or IELTS scores must be submitted electronically, and must be from within the last two years to be considered valid.