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Master of Science in Finance
Position Yourself for Success
Understand the role of finance in business. This full-time program is based in downtown Vancouver and teaches you the fundamentals of finance, asset pricing, data analytics, investment banking, and private equity. But it’s not all theory. You’ll also be able to manage the Student Investment Advisory Service Fund, an investment portfolio with a market value of over $20 million CAD.
Cost & financing
Tuition
| Domestic Tuition (Canadian Citizens & Permanent Residents of Canada) | $39,264 CAD (1) |
| International Tuition | $58,991 CAD (1) |
1. Subject to Board of Governors approval.
Fees
| Student fees per year (health insurance, transit pass, recreational/athletic facility pass) | $2,582 - $2,863 CAD |
| Textbooks and materials | $2,200 CAD |
Tuition tax credit 
Participants who pay all or part of the program fees personally are eligible to claim a tuition tax credit on the tuition portion of the fees. For more information, ask a professional income tax advisor to give you an assessment of the impact of your tuition on your personal tax situation. 
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Bursaries are a supplemental source of funding for students with demonstrated financial need. They should not be treated as your primary source of funding. Bursaries are available to qualifying Canadian and international students.  You should be aware that you may not be awarded a bursary every term. Please note that due to the high volume of applications received each term, payment of funds may not occur until the middle of the term of application; therefore, we encourage you to plan accordingly.
SFU Beedie offers over $1 million in scholarships and awards to our students each year. We provide a variety of avenues for students to access the funding they need to successfully complete their program, including internal and external scholarships and funding options for both international and domestic students. Learn more about the financial options that are available to you to help you cover the cost of your studies.
All applications are considered for scholarship—no separate application needed.
At the time of assessing your program admission, we will also review your application to determine scholarship eligibility and award amounts.
Apply early for maximum scholarship consideration.
Scholarship opportunities are awarded on a rolling basis throughout the admissions cycle. To maximize chances of receiving financial support, candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their application early.
22 per cent of the cohort on average was awarded a scholarship.
Over half of our cohort received an award ranging from 10 per cent to 25 per cent of their tuition costs covered.
The Beedie Family Graduate Scholarship
The Beedie Family Graduate Scholarship was established to support exemplary students pursue their academic and professional goals. Awards are granted each year to exceptional candidates who demonstrate the qualities we value in our diverse and ambitious student community. Selection is merit-based, with the recipient demonstrating a strong profile holistically, including academic excellence, outstanding experience and progression and leadership ability and potential.
Entrance awards
Each year, SFU Beedie grants entrance scholarships and awards to support students. These donor-funded awards are offered on the basis of exceptional merit. Specific awards are also granted on the basis of financial need.
Association of Women in Finance Graduate Scholarship
The Association of Women in Finance Graduate Scholarship celebrates excellence by recognizing an exceptional female student who brings prior experience in the finance industry and demonstrates a clear commitment to building a career in the field.
Deloitte Graduate Entrance Scholarship
The Deloitte Graduate Entrance Scholarship provides financial support to candidates who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and a strong potential for success in the finance industry. This prestigious award recognizes top-performing candidates entering the MSc Finance program and supports their journey toward becoming future leaders in the field.
RGF Integrated Wealth Management - Clay Gillespie Endowment Scholarships
This award supports a candidate entering the Master of Science in Finance program who demonstrates strong academic performance, a genuine passion for finance, and a proven track record, or clear potential, for success in the field.
The AWF - Wells Fargo Award
This award specifically designed to provide financial assistance to female graduate students who demonstrate academic excellence and a strong commitment to building a career in finance.
External scholarships
Many scholarships are available to Canadian citizens and international students beyond those awarded by the SFU Beedie School of Business.
The following websites may help you to navigate your search: 
Domestic students
Domestic students may be eligible for a variety of financial assistance options, including federal and provincial student loans and other government-funded programs. We encourage students to explore these resources early to help plan for their educational expenses.
StudentAid BC
StudentAid BC helps eligible BC students with the cost of their post-secondary education through loans, grants, scholarships, and other programs.
Canada Student Grant and Loans
The Government of Canada offers grants and loans to domestic students to assist with paying for their post-secondary education. Students must apply within their province or territory of residence. 
Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP)
The LLP allows individuals to withdraw amounts from their registered retirement savings plans (RRSPs) to finance their own education or that of their spouse/partner. Amounts withdrawn under the LLP do not count towards income and the RRSP issuer does not withhold taxes on these amounts. Withdrawals must be repaid over a period of no more than 10 years. 
Bank loan & student line of credit options
Many financial institutions offer loans and financing options for graduate-level education. We encourage you to contact your banking advisor at your preferred financial institution to explore the options available to you.
International students
International students should arrange for financial assistance through institutions in their home country before coming to Canada, as they are not eligible to apply for the Federal and Provincial Student Loan Programs or loans through Canadian financial institutions.
PRODIGY FINANCE
Prodigy provides postgraduate student loans and refinancing for studying abroad to international students from over 150 nationalities. Prodigy Finance broadens access to education for international students through study loans that don't require co-signers, collateral, or a credit history.
Cost of living
Through SFU Beedie's MSc Finance program, you can invest in your future. In just 16 months, you will have the credential and experience to level up in your career.
Throughout the program, maximize your journey through networking, mentorship and opportunities to connect with industry and business leaders. As you learn, grow and evolve professionally and personally in this program, you will gain a return on your investment long before program completion.
Average estimated cost of living per year (based on individual preferences): $18,672 - $40,800
Monthly Breakdown
| $1,400 - $2,500* | Off campus accommodation (in most cases will include utilities) |
| $1,006 - $1,400* | On campus residence - shared and private options (utilities included) |
| $300 - $400 | Food |
| $100 - $200 | Phone + internet |
| $50 - $100 | Entertainment |
| $100 - $200 | Misc. (clothing, personal care items) |
*For a studio or one-bedroom accommodation.
Your standard of living is another factor that will determine your total expenses. For example, it will be less expensive to secure shared accommodation, as opposed to single.
(1) Subject to Board of Governors approval. (2) Includes day trips to local First Nations communities. Additional fees may apply. Further information to be provided. (3) Comprised of an international trip. Flights, meals and visa fees are not included. Students are encouraged to budget an additional $1,300 - $2,200 CAD, approximately, for roundtrip flight costs. Additional fees may apply. Further information to be provided. The University reserves the right to cancel the international trip component of the international applied project as a result of any unforeseen circumstances as deemed appropriate by the University. (4) Comprised of a local field trip. Further information to be provided.