USA · Master's
New York University (Stern School of Business)
NYU Stern MBA
New York University (Stern School of Business)
Course Overview
The NYU Stern Two-Year Full-Time MBA puts Sri Lankan applicants at the centre of New York's financial, tech and media ecosystems. Stern is one of the most finance-heavy M7-adjacent programs in the US — 36.6% of the Class of 2025 went into finance and another 32.8% into consulting (including 30 hires by McKinsey, BCG and Bain combined).
The curriculum lets you specialise across three of 20+ pathways — FinTech, Tech Product Management, Strategy, Luxury Marketing, Analytics — and tap into Stern Solutions, the experiential learning pillar where teams consult for real companies. With NYU's Washington Square campus sitting in Manhattan, the recruiting access is unmatched for Sri Lankan students aiming at Wall Street or US tech.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a strong academic record.
- check_circle GMAT, GRE, Executive Assessment, MCAT or LSAT score (median GMAT around 740). Test waivers available for select candidates.
- check_circle Minimum 2 years of full-time work experience expected; median admit has ~5 years.
- check_circle Two essays plus a "Pick Six" personal photo essay and one letter of recommendation.
English Proficiency
- check_circle TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic or Duolingo English Test required if undergraduate was not taught in English.
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 7.5 Overall recommended for competitive admission.
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 105+ recommended.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount ($) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) | $89,524 | Rs. 28,648,000 |
| Fees, Health Insurance & Books | $8,200 | Rs. 2,624,000 |
| Living Expenses in NYC (9 months) | $32,000 | Rs. 10,240,000 |
| F-1 Visa, SEVIS & Travel | $1,500 | Rs. 480,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | $131,224 | Rs. 41,992,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Stern Class of 2025 reported a median base salary of $175,000 with average total compensation of $202,705 — Stern's highest on record. 85% of graduates accepted offers within three months. Sri Lankan graduates use the 1-year F-1 OPT, extendable to a 3-year STEM OPT for the STEM-designated track, to begin US careers at firms like McKinsey, Goldman Sachs, Amazon and Google.
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Ready to Start Your Journey?
Our counsellors have helped hundreds of Sri Lankan students secure placements in the US. We handle everything from applications to visa processing — and it starts with a free, in-person visit to one of our three offices.
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