Graduate program opportunities with London Metropolitan University
4+1 Business Master’s Degree options with London Metropolitan University
Cornell has partnered with London Metropolitan University to offer a pathway to 14 Master's degrees at London Metropolitan University in London, England. With this program you complete your 4-year degree in Economics and Business at Cornell, and then spend your fifth year in London with a concentrated course of study in your Master's program earning a Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (MSc) or Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Your completed B.A. in
gives you access Master's degrees in five in-demand career areas
Accounting, banking, and finance
- International Accounting and Finance, MSc
- International Banking and Finance, MSc
Analytics, artificial intelligence, and robotics
- Artificial Intelligence, MSc
- Data Analytics, MSc
- Economics and Data Analytics, MSc
- Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, MSc
Marketing, media, fashion, and tourism
- Digital Media, MA
- Fashion Marketing and Management, MA
- International Events, Leisure and Tourism Management, MSc
- Marketing, MA
Human resources
- Global Human Resource Management, MA
Business management
- International Business Management with Project Management, MSc
- International Business Management, MSc
- Master of Business Administration, MBA
Requirements to qualify for admission to the Master's degree program
If you are interested in the London Met Master's degree program, you should discuss your candidacy with the Economics and Business department chair as early as possible to see if the program is a good fit for you.
In order to qualify for the program you will need to:
- 2.7 GPA when you complete your B.A. at Cornell
- Meet any program-specific additional requirements (example: GCSE math equivalency, programming experience, or program interview)
- Hold a current passport and have no restrictions against traveling to the United Kingdom
- Proven ability to pay for tuition and housing costs
London Met programs begin in September of the academic year and the application deadline will be in July of the academic year you wish to attend. Your registration deposit will be due at the beginning of August, and international orientation begins in mid-September.
To prepare for travel to the UK, you will need a valid passport and, as part of your Student visa application, you will need to attend a VFS Global Visa Application Center to complete
your biometrics appointment, where your fingerprints and digital photograph will be taken. There are a number of VFS centers across the USA, the closest options to campus are Chicago, Milwaukee, and St. Louis. You can find center locations and appointment information on the VFS Global website.
Financial aid available to program participants
London Met offers dedicated scholarship support for students from the United States and is approved for US Federal Student Aid through FAFSA, as well as private loan options
through Sallie Mae and Earnest. The USA Bright Futures Scholarship provides an automatic £5,500 tuition fee reduction for eligible U.S. citizens studying full-time at London Met.
Program Costs
The approximate costs for the London year of the program in 2026-27 were
| £ British Pound | $US Dollar> | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (after USA Bright Futures Scholarship) | £ 14,500 | $20,000 |
| Monthly living expense (includes housing) | £ 1529+ | $2,030+ |
| Visa and international health surcharge | £ 1,300 |
$1,750 |
Housing costs will depend on what type of accommodations you choose–options include private rentals, homestays with a local family, and private halls available to university students. You should also budget for travel to and from the UK.
Support services
As an international student there will be adjustments to the culture and getting used to living in a new city along with the usual academic challenges faced in graduate programs. London Met is prepared to support you with:
- International Team that helps you with your visa application, immigration, and settling in to UK life.
- Career Services to help guide you with goal setting and assistance with applications, interviews, and showcasing skills.
- Counseling Services for wellbeing support with qualified in person or online counselors.
- Disability & Dyslexia Support to assist with personalized accommodations for equal access to education.
- Housing Advice to help with understanding the London housing market and finding a place to live during your stay.
Are you ready to learn more about what your experience in London could look like? Find out more at the website they’ve created for Cornell students.