MS Class Profile
On this page you will find the class profile for all MS programs. Columbia Business School looks for intellectually driven people from diverse educational, economic, social, cultural, and geographic backgrounds. Our students share a record of achievement, strong leadership, and the ability to work in teams. Columbia Business School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, nationality, sexual orientation, political affiliation, disability, or veteran status.
MSAFA Class Entering 2025
Master of Science in Accounting and Fundamental Analysis students are indistinguishable from Accounting PhD candidates in their intellectual ability and academic credentials. Nevertheless, these students differ from typical doctoral students on two key dimensions: they do not necessarily aspire to an academic career and they do not wish to commit to a four to six year course of study. Work experience, while not required, is highly desirable.
Overview
664
Applications Received
61
Enrolled
Demographics
23
Average Age
39%
Women
17
Countries Represented (International & Domestic)
Test Scores
Education
3.8
Undergraduate GPA (average)
| Major | % |
|---|---|
| Economics | 33% |
| Finance | 30% |
| Business | 18% |
| Mathematics | 10% |
| Accounting | 5% |
| Other | 5% |
Undergraduate Major
Class Entering 2025
Work Experience
MSFE Class Entering 2025
Master of Science in Financial Economics students are indistinguishable from finance or economics PhD candidates in their intellectual ability and academic credentials. Nevertheless, these students differ from typical doctoral students on two key dimensions: they do not necessarily aspire to an academic career and they do not wish to commit to a four to six year course of study. Work experience, while not required, is highly desirable.
We do not have minimum test score or GPA requirements, however on this page you can see the averages of the entering class. We accept both the GMAT and GRE exams.
Overview
729
Applications Received
53
Enrolled
Demographics
23
Average Age
38%
Women
9
Countries Represented (International & Domestic)
Test Scores
Education
3.9
Undergraduate GPA (average)
| Major | % |
|---|---|
| Finance | 26% |
| Mathematics | 26% |
| Economics | 25% |
| Other | 17% |
| Computer Science | 6% |
Undergraduate Major
Class Entering 2025
Work Experience
MSM Class Entering 2025
Master of Science in Marketing Science students are indistinguishable from PhD candidates in their intellectual ability. Nevertheless, these students differ from typical doctoral students on two key dimensions: they do not necessarily aspire to an academic career and they do not wish to commit to a four to five year course of study. College seniors are welcome to apply, as are those with professional experience.
Overview
493
Application Received
48
Enrolled
Demographics
23
Average Age
77%
Women
13
Countries Represented (International & Domestic)
Test Scores
Education
3.8
Undergraduate GPA (average)
| Major | % |
|---|---|
| Marketing | 25% |
| Economics | 23% |
| Business | 19% |
| Other | 13% |
| Finance | 8% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Mathematics | 4% |
Undergraduate Major
Class Entering 2025