Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School made an impressive debut in the Financial Times Masters in Finance 2026 Rankings, ranking No. 2 among U.S. public business schools and No. 6 among all U.S. schools. Mays entered the ranking as its highest new entrant.
Mays’ Master of Science in Finance (MSF) program, offered through the Adam C. Sinn ’00 Department of Finance, earned the top spot among U.S. public business schools in career services, value for money, and overall satisfaction.
The results place Mays among an elite group of 70 finance master’s programs worldwide evaluated by the Financial Times.
The full rankings for Mays are as follows:
- Overall — No. 2 among U.S. Public Schools | No. 6 overall in the U.S.
- Overall Satisfaction — No. 1 among U.S. Public Schools | No. 1 overall in the U.S.
- Career Services — No. 1 among U.S. Public Schools | No. 1 overall in the U.S.
- Value for Money — No. 1 among U.S. Public Schools | No. 1 overall in the U.S.
- Alumni Network — No. 2 among U.S. Public Schools | No. 2 overall in the U.S.
“Earning top rankings among all U.S. business schools in our first appearance in the Financial Times Master’s in Finance rankings is a proud moment for everyone at Mays,” said Dr. Nate Y. Sharp, dean of Mays Business School. “These results reflect our commitment to an exceptional educational experience, personalized career support, and excellent preparation to thrive in an increasingly competitive and global financial landscape. We are honored to see that commitment recognized on the world stage.”
The FT ranking evaluates pre-experience finance master’s programs on criteria including salary, career progression, international mobility, career services, diversity, and ESG-related teaching. Mays MSF alumni report an average salary of $121,625.
Mays’ performance in the FT rankings reflects the strengths of the MS Finance program, which prepares students for a successful career launch through rigorous academics, dedicated career coaching, and deep employer partnerships — living out the program’s “Stem to Stocks” philosophy. Those strengths are reflected in 100 percent job success among active seekers at graduation, average first-year salary ranging from $80,000–$100,000 with some careers reaching $180,000+ in first-year compensation including bonuses, and engagement with more than 35 top companies that help shape the program and hire more than half of its students.
According to the Graduate Management Admission Council’s 2025 Application Trends Survey, global demand for Masters in Finance programs rose 14 percent year over year, underscoring the growing importance of specialized finance education and the significance of Mays’ strong debut on the world stage.
“This incredible recognition speaks to the strength of the college, department, program faculty, staff, career services, corporate advisory board and most of all the high-quality students who turn into engaged alumni who achieve high career success,” said Misty Page, director of the Master of Finance program at Mays Business School. “The MSF is a game-changer for students seeking to accelerate their career preparedness, along with gaining a deep understanding and application of finance to the business world.”
Mays’ debut in the FT Master’s in Finance rankings builds on the school’s broader momentum in graduate business education. Rising national rankings, strong job placement outcomes, and sustained employer demand reflect a graduate strategy centered on rigorous academics, strong employer relationships, and clear return on investment — the same strengths recognized by the FT in career services, value for money, and student satisfaction. Undergraduates can apply to the 4+1 MSF Program beginning sophomore year for accelerated admission.
Prospective students can explore how the Mays Master of Science in Finance program compares to other programs worldwide and learn more about the rankings at FT.com. For additional information about the program, including curriculum, admissions, and upcoming information sessions, visit the Master of Science in Finance (MSF) program.
