MiF Grads Make a Strong Start in Finance
Members of Booth’s inaugural Asness and Liew Master in Finance class have launched careers across the finance industry, from Wall Street to boutique investment banks.
MiF Grads Make a Strong Start in Finance
Specialized Masters Applications Now Open
Take the first step toward jump-starting your future career in business by applying to one of our specialized masters programs.
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- August 17, 2026
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Chicago Booth’s Specialized Masters Programs serve as a great next step for current seniors in undergrad or recent graduates who are looking to pursue a career in business. Booth offers a Master in Management Program and the Asness and Liew Master in Finance Program.
The Master in Management (MiM) is a 10-month program for recent college graduates from all undergraduate degrees. As a MiM student, you’ll have the opportunity to build upon the critical thinking skills you gathered in college while gaining foundational business expertise needed to thrive in the business world.
The Master in Finance (MiF) is a 15-month program that targets recent college graduates with a quantitative background. As a MiF student, you have the opportunity to build upon your quant skills in order to secure roles in asset management, investment banking, or fintech.
Both programs offer a pathway to kick off your career in business with confidence. If you are interested in taking the next step towards positioning yourself for a successful progression in the business world, check out the following information to begin your application.
Specialized Masters Requirements
As part of the application process for both programs, you are required to submit your transcript(s), standardized test score(s), resume, letters of recommendation, two written essays, and a video essay. We also require you to have graduated from or be on track to graduate with an undergraduate degree. We encourage you to check out our full list of application requirements for MiM and MiF as you start crafting your application.
*We accept the GMAT and GRE. There is no preference on which exam you should take. Taking the standardized test is optional for UChicago undergraduates (no minimum GPA required for waiving the test).
Essay Prompts
Essay One: How will the Booth Master in Finance/Management help you achieve your immediate and long-term career goals? (Maximum 300 words.)
Essay Two: Graduate finance/management education is as much about personal growth as it is about professional development. We’d like to learn more about you outside of the classroom and work environments. Use this opportunity to tell us something about who you are. (Maximum 400 words.)
Video Essay Prompt
Take a moment to introduce yourself to your future classmates. Then share an activity or pursuit you enjoy simply for its own sake (not for career or academic reasons), and tell us what makes it meaningful or fun for you.
Application Deadlines
Master in Management Program
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Round One: October 8, 2026
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Round Two: January 7, 2027
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Round Three: March 4, 2027
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Round Four: April 29, 2027
Master in Finance Program
Early review for the Asness and Liew MiF Program begins on a rolling basis starting October 1, 2026. Applicants who wish to apply within the early review window can expect to receive an admissions decision by mid-December 2026. The Round One deadline is January 7, 2027. If you submit your application by the Round One deadline, you can expect to receive your admissions decision the week of March 8, 2027.
There is no advantage to when you apply, however anyone interested in securing an Investment Banking internship for summer 2027 is strongly encouraged to apply early.
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Early Review for Rolling Admissions begins October 1, 2026
- Round One Deadline: January 7, 2027
Don’t just dream about what you want your future to look like, build towards your dream career with Chicago Booth by pursuing one of our Specialized Masters Programs. As you begin the admissions process, we encourage you to stay engaged with us (MiM or MiF) and reach out to us via email if you have any questions.
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