About the university

The Luxembourg School of Finance historically operated as a specialized finance education unit within the University of Luxembourg. It was established in 2002 with the aim of educating finance professionals and conducting research in financial markets, banking and risk management in close relation with Luxembourg’s international financial centre. The school offered Master‑level programs in banking and finance with English instruction and course formats suitable for professionals and full‑time students. While official standalone branding as “Luxembourg School of Finance” has diminished over time and been integrated into the University of Luxembourg’s Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance (FDEF), its legacy persists through specialized finance and economics programmes, research, and industry linkage. The faculty benefits from proximity to major EU institutions and Luxembourg’s financial ecosystem.

Key information

• Location: Luxembourg City, LU
• Ranking #3
• Institution type: public

Popular faculties

• Finance
• Banking
• Risk Management
• Financial Markets (program themes)

Programs (6)

• Finance and Accounting
• Economics
• Business Administration
• International Business
• Mathematics
• Data Science

Student body

• Total students: 6,200
• Undergraduate: 3,500
• Graduate: 2,000
• International students: 60%

Campus life

Student life for finance students linked to Luxembourg School of Finance is largely embedded within the broader Université du Luxembourg environment, which offers a multicultural and multilingual campus experience in the heart of Europe. Students participate in academic events, clubs, research seminars, and social activities alongside peers from diverse backgrounds. The university’s location near the international financial centre provides networking opportunities and exposure to industry events. Residential facilities, student organisations, cultural festivals and community programmes contribute to a dynamic, though smaller‑scale, student life in Luxembourg City and at the Limpertsberg and Kirchberg campuses.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €1,000 - €2,000 / per month

Housing options

• On‑campus residences
• shared apartments
• private rentals.

Student clubs and organizations

• Finance clubs
• student associations
• academic societies (associated via Université du Luxembourg).

Sports

• University sports teams (via Université du Luxembourg).

Career & internships

Partner companies

• PwC
• Deloitte
• KPMG
• EY
• J.P. Morgan
• BGL BNP Paribas
• State Street
• Clearstream

Internships: Internships are an integral part of many finance and economics programmes at the Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance. The University’s internship structure includes preparation courses, professional placement guidance, and a requirement ranging from several weeks to months depending on the programme. Students are supported by the Student Counsellor to identify role‑specific opportunities, develop professional profiles, and secure placements that align with career objectives, often within Luxembourg’s financial sector.

Admission requirements

Required tests

• IELTS
• TOEFL

Required documents

• Bachelor’s degree certificate
• academic transcripts
• CV
• motivation letter
• English language proof (e.g.
• IELTS/TOEFL)
• references (typical for master finance programs).

Tuition costs

• €800 - €1,600 / per year
• Acceptance rate: 45.00%
• Scholarships available: The Luxembourg School of Finance’s activities are integrated within the broader framework of the Université du Luxembourg’s Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance (FDEF), which offers scholarships and financial awards to master’s and doctoral students based on academic merit, financial need and external funding opportunities. Students can access support via national grants, university‑specific awards, and international partnerships. Details on eligibility, criteria and application periods are provided through faculty and university financial aid offices to assist students in planning their financing.

Quick facts

• Founded: 2002
• Teaching languages: english, french
• Study formats: offline

Contact

• Website: https://wwwen.uni.lu/research/fdef/luxembourg_school_of_finance
• [email protected]
• +352 46 66 44 6807