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MScRestricted admission
Master
Finance
Winter: Jun 15, 2026Summer: Dec 15, 2026
Language
English
EURTuition
Free (303.8 EUR/sem)
Intake
Winter and Summer
About Finance
FH Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences, located in the scenic region of Thuringia, Germany, offers a diverse range of academic programs, including a Master of Science in Finance. This program is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in financial markets, investment strategies, and financial management. It combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for the challenges of the global finance sector. The curriculum includes courses on quantitative methods, corporate finance, investment analysis, and risk management, among others. With a strong emphasis on research and collaboration with industry partners, the program aims to foster innovation and prepare students for successful careers in finance.
Fields of study
Economics(Business & Economics)
Business & Management(Business & Economics)
Finance & Banking(Business & Economics)
How to apply
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APSRequired for Application
Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Finance at FH Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences
English language
IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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ToEFL or IELTS certificate
German language
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Academic requirements
Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
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Tests and documents
Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
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Letters of Recommendation
Not Required
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GRE
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GMAT
Not Required
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2 pages personal essay in English
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APS verification
APS certificate
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Prerequisites
Outstanding academic degree in Business, Management, Economics or related disciplines (Bachelor, Diploma or equivalent degree). You should belong to the best 25% of graduates of your degree program. A confirmational letter from your university would be helpful for us to assess this qualification.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Finance
Programme-specific documents
https://www.hs-schmalkalden.de/fileadmin/portal/Internati...
The pdf-file generated during the online application
Curriculum vitae (in English)
Copy of your birth certificate or copy of your passport or copy of your identity card
Copy of your university entrance qualification (highest school leaving certificate)
Officially certified copy (copies) of your university degree(s) incl. transcript and certified translation(s) into English or German
Personal essay (in English): Letter of motivation
ToEFL or IELTS certificate (non-native speakers only)
Application form - thoska with passport photo [enclosed to the pdf-file generated during the online application]
APS certificate for applicants with a degree obtained in China, India or Vietnam.
Please send all documents to
Hochschule Schmalkalden
Dezernat 1
z. H. Cornelia Weisheit
Blechhammer 4–9
98574 Schmalkalden
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Step-by-step guide to applying for Finance at FH Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences
Application procedure
After completion of the online application, please send the following documents by the application deadline
To the following adress:
Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences
Studierendenverwaltung - Team Master
Blechhammer
98574 Schmalkalden
Germany
You will also find these instructions at the end of the application form.
Selection process
Please send all documents to
Hochschule Schmalkalden
Dezernat 1
z. H. Cornelia Weisheit
Blechhammer 4–9
98574 Schmalkalden
Application quick facts
Apply via
direct
Mode
unknown
APS
Required for Application
Application fee
50 EUR
Estimated time
Varies by programme
Complexity
LowAddress
Hochschule Schmalkalden
Blechhammer 9
D-98574 Schmalkalden
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Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
303.8 EUR
per semester
Application fee
50 EUR
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,512 – 12,512 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
Additional fee information
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Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
17%
1 accepted out of 6 total applications
Grade distributionGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
AdmittedRejected
1.02.03.04.0
Based on 6 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
Based on 6 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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