Admissions
We accept applications for admission into the PhD in FInance for the Fall semester each year.
For fully detailed information, see the PhD in Business, Concentration in Finance Policies and Procedure Manual.
PhD in Finance Requirements
Before applying, you must
- Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or foreign institution with equivalent standards
- Take the GMAT or GRE
Prerequisites
You should have taken one or more courses in finance, economics, and accounting. Additionally, a strong background in statistics and/or mathematics is preferred. If you do not have the academic prerequisites that are expected for the program, the faculty may suggest extra studies for you to take.
How to Apply for a PhD in Finance
We encourage applications from students who are passionate about research and possess strong quantitative and analytical skills.
- Complete the online Graduate School application at: aub.ie/GradAppPortal
- Include a personal statement of interest and at least two letters of recommendation
- Send official undergraduate and graduate transcripts and GMAT or GRE scores to the Graduate School
- International students must submit TOEFL/IELTS scores to the Graduate School
Graduate School
106B Hargis Hall
Auburn University, Alabama 36849
If you complete the online Graduate School application, the department will not need additional information unless it is specifically requested by the PhD Advisor. Should you need to send any additional materials, attach them in an email to yzw0088@auburn.edu.
Application Deadline for the PhD in Finance
Complete applications must be on file by February 1 for the following fall semester.
PRIORITY ADMISSION (PRESIDENTIAL AWARDS): JANUARY 1
Equal Opportunity
Auburn University and the Department of Finance believe that all persons are entitled to equal opportunities, and do not discriminate against applicants to our graduate programs regardless of their race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, or disabilities.
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