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Florida State University

Combined Bachelor of Science in Real Estate & Master of Science in Finance (BS/MSF)

Program overview

The BS/MSF Pathway in Real Estate and Finance is a unique opportunity for students to earn both a bachelor's and master's degree in just five years. This accelerated program allows students to take graduate-level courses while still completing their undergraduate studies. Students in the program gain a comprehensive understanding of both real estate and finance, preparing them for successful careers in a variety of fields.

Last updated: February 5, 2024

FSU College of Business

6000 Seminole Way, Tallahassee, FL 32306, USA

Academic Information

Degree offered

CBachelor of Science in Real Estate & Master of Science in Finance (BS/MSF)

Length of program

5 Years

Number of Credits Required

143

Mode of learning

On campus

Unique real estate academic features

  • Real Estate Finance Lab: Provides hands-on experience with real estate financial modeling and analysis.
  • Industry Guest Speakers: Regular lectures and events featuring professionals from various real estate sectors.
  • Study Abroad Opportunities: Options to study real estate in international markets.
  • Real Estate Club: Active student organization focused on professional development and networking.

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

  • Introduction to Real Estate
  • Real Estate Law
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Real Estate Valuation
  • Real Estate Development
  • Real Estate Investment Analysis
  • Market Analysis for Real Estate
  • Property Management
  • Real Estate Ethics
  • Real estate appraisal
  • Corporate finance
  • Financial markets
  • Investments
  • Electives in areas like sustainable development, international real estate, and real estate technology

Real Estate Extracurricular Opportunities

Notable traditions & events

  • Real Estate Case Competition: Annual competition where students analyze real-world real estate scenarios and present solutions to industry professionals.
  • Real Estate Career Fair: Connects students with potential employers in the real estate industry.
  • Guest Speaker Series: Regular events featuring experts from various real estate fields.

Real estate extracurricular activities available

  • Real Estate Club: Provides networking opportunities, professional development workshops, and industry field trips.
  • National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB): FSU chapter promotes diversity and inclusion in the real estate industry.
  • Urban Land Institute (ULI): FSU student chapter connects students with industry professionals and provides educational opportunities.

Networking opportunities

  • Real Estate Club events and career fairs
  • FSU Alumni Network: Connects students with alumni working in the real estate industry
  • Industry guest speaker events and conferences

Recruiting

General info on roles students fill after graduation

  • Real estate agent
  • Real estate appraiser
  • Real estate developer
  • Real estate investor
  • Real estate finance analyst
  • Property manager
  • Commercial real estate broker
  • International real estate consultant
  • Financial analyst
  • Investment banker
  • Portfolio manager

Average salary post graduation

$85,000

Common employers​

  • CBRE
  • JLL
  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • Colliers International
  • Ernst & Young
  • PricewaterhouseCoopers
  • Deloitte
  • KPMG
  • Bank of America
  • Wells Fargo

Faculty and Research

Faculty & Staff for the Program

Distinguished real estate faculty members or research areas

Stephen Bailey

Senior Lecturer

Mariya Letdin

Associate Professor

Chongyu Wang

Assistant Professor

Mention any recent real estate research achievements or ongoing projects

  • Faculty members are actively involved in research on various real estate topics, including sustainable development, affordable housing, and real estate technology.
  • The program publishes an annual research journal showcasing faculty and student research.

Accreditations and Rankings

National Universities (2023 - 2024)

Ranking: 53

Best Undergraduate Real Estate Programs (2023 - 2024)

Ranking: 9

Financial Information

Tuition fees

Res Undergrad: $22,336 + Graduate: $40,264
Non-Res Undergrad: $$40,264 + Graduate: $69,504

Financial aid

Available.

Scholarships

Available.

General information

Where is the program housed on campus?

Jim Moran College of Business, Florida State University, 6000 Seminole Way, Tallahassee, FL 32306, USA.

Campus Size

Florida State University is a large, public research university with a total campus size of approximately 576 acres.

Contact Information

Florida State University Admissions

Florida State University Office of Admissions A2500 University Center 282 Champions Way Tallahassee FL 32306-2400

(850) 644-6200

The Real Estate Society at FSU

College of Business - RBB 223 TALLAHASSEE, Fl 32304

(772) 224-7153

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