For the second year in a row, the Georgia Tech Master of Science in Quantitative and Computational Finance (M.S. QCF) program has been ranked No. 8 in the nation in the 2026 QuantNet Best Financial Engineering Programs.
Jointly offered by the Scheller College of Business, the H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE), and the School of Mathematics, the M.S. QCF program continues to stand out in an increasingly competitive landscape.
The program’s sustained top-tier placement reflects its enduring strengths in curriculum innovation, academic rigor, and exceptional career outcomes. Ninety-six percent of graduates were placed within three months of graduation, with 100% securing positions in the U.S. Known for one of the strongest returns on investment in the field, the program’s average starting salary of $135,462 means in-state tuition equates to roughly two and a half months of post-graduation earnings and out-of-state tuition about five and a half months — solidifying its place as the highest ROI of all peer offerings.
By regularly updating its curriculum to include emerging areas such as fintech, crypto tokens, and the applications of AI in finance, the program ensures graduates are prepared for the fast-evolving demands of the global financial sector.
“We are extremely proud to maintain our top 10 national ranking for the second consecutive year, a reflection of our students’ achievements and the program’s continued commitment to excellence,” said Sudheer Chava, director of the M.S. QCF program and Alton M. Costley Chair at the Scheller College of Business. “As we celebrate the program’s 25th anniversary, we remain focused on equipping students with the skills and opportunities they need to thrive in the rapidly changing world of finance.”
This milestone underscores the dedication of the QCF faculty, staff, and partners across Scheller, ISyE, and the School of Mathematics — whose interdisciplinary collaboration has shaped a program that remains one of the most competitive and impactful in the country. With visionary leadership and continued innovation, the future of QCF has never been brighter.