Real Estate and Applied Finance ,BS
Appraiser, Development, Land, Management, Property, Real Estate, Real Estate Broker, Real Estate Finance, Real Estate Sales, economics, investment
Launch a dynamic career at the leading edge of the world's largest asset class: real estate. In Arizona State University's Bachelor of Science in real estate and applied finance degree, you'll learn the vital skills and strategies needed to make impactful decisions that shape communities and drive economic growth.
Real Estate and Applied Finance description
In the Bachelor of Science program in real estate and applied finance, you gain the real estate knowledge and finance skills necessary to contribute to and succeed in these complex, interrelated industries. Through a combination of coursework, practical projects and immersive experiential learning, you develop a strong foundation in both theory and practice. You also build critical thinking and problem-solving skills to effectively apply solutions to industry challenges.
Why study Real Estate and Applied Finance at ASU?
As part of ASU's highly ranked W. P. Carey School of Business, you learn from faculty who are respected educators, researchers and industry experts. They bring deep experience in corporate finance, asset pricing, portfolio management, governance, market structure, real estate and related fields.
The Department of Finance within W. P. Carey emphasizes connecting classroom learning with real-world practice. You gain hands-on experience through practicums, internships, applied projects and other experiential opportunities that prepare you to excel in your chosen career path.
You also benefit from resources like the W. P. Carey Center for Real Estate and Finance, which is dedicated to advancing real estate education and research. The center's Experiential Learning Lab bridges classroom theory with practical application, giving you access to interactive exercises, professional tools and opportunities to collaborate with industry professionals.
Additional program details
This program is offered in person at ASU's Tempe campus, home to a thriving community of students and business leaders. Nearly a quarter of undergraduates at Tempe pursue business degrees, providing you with a strong network of peers and mentors.
There are many ways to customize your experience at W. P. Carey. If you're interested in pursuing your salesperson license, you can complete the Arizona Department of Real Estate (ADRE) Pre-licensing Program.
You can also join the student-run ASU Real Estate Club, which offers opportunities to engage with guest speakers, attend workshops, participate in site tours and network with industry professionals. Learn more about W. P. Carey student organizations through the Business School Council.
- College/school:
W. P. Carey School of Business
- Location: Tempe
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 210 - Brief Calculus
- Math
intensity: Moderate
This video provides an overview of the Real Estate and Applied Finance degree program at ASU.
What If: See how your courses can be applied to another major and find out how to change your major.
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
Additional requirements:
First-year admission requirements: 1230 SAT Reasoning or 25 ACT score, or graduated in the top 8% of high school class, or have an overall high school GPA of 3.40 in ASU competency courses (scale is 4.00 = "A").
First-year applicants should select an additional major when applying for admission. Additional choices may include any of the W. P. Carey business Bachelor of Arts programs or any other degree program outside of the W. P. Carey School of Business. Students who are not admissible to a W. P. Carey business BS major and who did not select a second major or are not admissible to their second major choice are placed in a business BA program in the W. P. Carey School of Business.
Readmission requirements: Students must meet first-year admission requirements by way of high school GPA, test score or class rank, and they must have a transfer GPA of 3.00 (if applicable) and a cumulative ASU GPA of 3.00.
Transfer admission requirements:
Students are required to have met ASU transfer student admission requirements, have a transfer GPA of 3.00 (and 3.00 ASU GPA, if applicable), and have met one of the following: an SAT Reasoning score of 1160 (prior to March 2016), or an SAT Reasoning score of 1230 (after March 2016), or an ACT score of 25, or graduated in the top 8% of their high school class, or have an overall high school GPA of 3.40 in ASU competency courses (scale is 4.00 = "A"). Transfer students who do not meet the above requirements may still qualify for direct admission by meeting all of the following: ASU general transfer student admission requirements, a transfer GPA of 3.00 (and ASU GPA, if applicable), and a 3.40 cumulative GPA in the following courses or equivalents. Students must have completed at least six of the eight courses. Transfer students should select an additional major when applying for admission. Additional choices may include any of the school's BA programs or any other business or other degree program outside W. P. Carey School of Business. Students who are admissible to the university but do not meet admission requirements for this program and did not select a second major, or are not admissible to their second major choice, will be placed in a BA program in the W. P. Carey School of Business. Students not interested in the program or campus location may reach out to wpcareyug@asu.edu for assistance in selecting another degree program.
Students should visit the W. P. Carey School of Business website to determine whether they meet change of major requirements. Students who are ready to change their major should submit their request through the school's advising website.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
As globalization continues to impact the way people live and work, international experiences have become vital to success in every field of business. Through international study and internships, students gain valuable skills employers are looking for, including communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility, motivation and a real-life perspective on business applications worldwide. Business students can participate in Global Education programs nearly anywhere in the world and gain valuable internship experience in many global business hubs.
The W. P. Carey School of Business recommends these programs for students majoring in real estate and applied finance.
Careers this Real Estate and Applied Finance degree prepares you for
This degree equips you with a comprehensive understanding of financial principles and real estate investment strategies, preparing you for success in a variety of professional roles. You'll learn to analyze markets, assess investment opportunities and make informed decisions that influence the built environment.
Graduates are ready to thrive in fields spanning real estate investment, property development, financial management and related areas that shape the future of communities and commerce.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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18.5%
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$94,160
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3.6%
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$69,990
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1.7%
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$76,690
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5.6%
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$102,320
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3.1%
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$52,830
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3.8%
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$67,960
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3.3%
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$73,220
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2.0%
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$58,650
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ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state. For more information, students should visit the ASU professional licensure webpage.
Department of Finance
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BAC 501
wpcareyfin@asu.edu
480-965-9418
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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