Undergraduate Programs
Welcome to the Virginia Tech Finance Program, where innovation and real-world experience prepare students for success in the financial industry.
Our curriculum develops technical expertise, strategic decision-making skills, and proficiency in advanced financial technologies through diverse majors and minors tailored to evolving industry demands.
Beyond the classroom, students gain hands-on experience managing over $5 million in assets through student-led investment funds and engage in professional development opportunities that build leadership, networking, and real-world financial skills.
As one of the most interviewed majors at Virginia Tech, our graduates launch successful careers at top firms worldwide. Join us and be part of Virginia Tech’s legacy of excellence in finance.
Our specialized majors challenge students to go beyond the classroom, equipping them with cutting-edge skills and knowledge to navigate the evolving finance industry.
Students build a strong foundation in financial theories, apply theoretical models to decision-making, and develop expertise in advanced financial technologies. The curriculum emphasizes analytical approaches for solving real-world financial challenges, preparing graduates to navigate the industry's complex demands with confidence.
The undergraduate program in Finance offers a Finance major with four options for curriculum focus, as well as two specialty majors.
FOUR OPTIONS, ONE MAJOR
The Undergraduate Program in Finance provides comprehensive coursework in finance, analytics, modeling, and accounting, equipping students with the skills needed to thrive in financial professions.
In addition to taking the University required courses, College required courses, and Finance courses, students majoring in Finance are also required to choose a Finance Option:
SPECIALITY MAJORS
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Finance Minor
Open to non-Pamplin College of Business students (except Real Estate). The Finance minor requires:
- Minimum 2.50 overall GPA
- 24 completed credit hours at Virginia Tech
- Completion of the minor’s math requirements
The minor includes 18 credit hours of Finance coursework, along with prerequisite courses in key business areas. A minimum 2.00 GPA across all required courses is needed to earn the minor.
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Analytics Minor
Designed for non-Pamplin College of Business students, the ESG minor builds expertise in financial analytics, investment strategies, corporate finance, and ESG considerations in financial decision-making. The ESG minor requires:
- Minimum 2.50 overall GPA
- 24 completed credit hours at Virginia Tech
- Completion of the minor’s math requirements
The minor requires 27 credit hours of Finance coursework, plus prerequisite courses in key business areas. A minimum 2.00 GPA across all required courses is needed to earn the minor.