Admission to the Program
Haslam’s Ph.D. in finance typically only admits two students per year. All students must apply online through the university graduate admissions office. There is not a separate department application process.
| Priority Deadline | January 1 |
| Undergraduate Degree | All accepted |
| Master’s Degree | Not mandatory |
| GPA | 3.5 (undergraduate), 3.8 (graduate) |
| GMAT | 700 or above preferred (GRE is also accepted) |
| Preferred Skills | Strong writing, computer programming and quantitative skills |
| Interview | Mandatory, in-person preferred |
| English Language Proficiency | |
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| IELTS | 6.5 |
The TOEFL or IELTS is required for non-native English speakers, except students who have earned a degree from a U.S. institution within two years prior to enrollment.
Financial Aid
Students admitted into the finance Ph.D. program typically receive financial a financial aid stipend ranging from $18,000 to $28,000 per year depending on their qualifications. All admitted students also receive a tuition waiver and health insurance. Applications completed by January 1 will receive full consideration.