The Academy of Finance

— Finance Program for High School Students Grades 10–12

The Wall Street
Master Class®

An Immersive Finance Program in New York

The Wall Street Master Class®, offered by The Academy of Finance®, is an immersive finance program in New York designed for high school students in grades 10 through 12, including juniors and seniors who are curious about investing, financial markets, and the world of Wall Street.

Located in Midtown Manhattan and taught by experienced professionals working in finance today, the program introduces students to the principles of investing, the stock market, and long term wealth creation in a real world environment.

The program is particularly valuable for 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students beginning to explore academic interests and potential career paths before applying to college.

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A Selective Program That Strengthens College Applications

Top universities look for students who demonstrate intellectual curiosity and initiative beyond traditional classroom learning. Participating in a rigorous extra school program focused on finance and investing signals discipline, ambition, and maturity. The Wall Street Master Class® helps students strengthen their college applications by providing:

  • Exposure to financial markets and investing
  • Analytical thinking and decision making skills
  • Real world experience in a professional environment
  • Demonstrated curiosity about economics and finance
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For students considering majors in economics, business, or finance, the program can also help clarify whether they prefer the path of a liberal arts education or a business school.

The $1 Million Challenge

Students in the program learn how investing works in practice. The one million challenge is a unique hands on experience allowing students to see how professional investors approach financial markets and evaluate opportunities.

  • • Stock market fundamentals
  • Sector and company analysis
  • Portfolio management principles
  • Risk management and long term investing
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Understanding Wealth and Long Term Investing

Beyond the mechanics of the stock market, students explore the broader concept of wealth. The program introduces the principles behind building and preserving wealth over time, including long term thinking, responsible capital allocation, and disciplined decision making. For many families, this education also provides students with a deeper understanding of how financial decisions shape the future across generations.

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An Immersive Experience Inside a Real Investment Firm

The Wall Street Master Class® takes place inside a real investment firm in Midtown Manhattan. Students experience the professional environment where investors analyze markets and manage capital every day. For parents and schools, the immersive setting ensures students are gaining authentic exposure to the world of finance, not just theoretical classroom instruction.

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Exploring a Future Career in Finance

For high school students in grades 10–12, the program provides a valuable opportunity to explore whether finance may become a future academic or professional path. The experience often helps students clarify their interests before making important decisions about college and future studies. Students gain insight into fields such as:

  • Investment management
  • Wealth management
  • Financial markets and trading
  • Economic research
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"Having 1 Million dollars to invest with is amazing and unique. It makes you feel like a real investor."
Sawyer R.

Wall Street Master Class Spring 2026

"It’s amazing to learn with a group of like minded individuals who are eager to learn, and apply their new skillsets."
Noah S.

Wall Street Master Class Spring 2026

“It’s been so fun to jump in and learn by doing. Class is super stimulating and the discussions and overall atmosphere make it really engaging".
Cameron

Wall Street Master Class Spring 2026

“It’s really cool to say that I’m attending a financial class with college and postgraduate students.”
Julien E.

Wall Street Master Class Spring 2026

"This is from far the best virtual experience I ever had." (virtual attendance)
Maxwell

Wall Street Master Class Spring 2026 (virtual)

“What excited me the most so far was being able to learn in a building as if I was in Wall Street and experience in-person learning.”
Kiersten V.D

Wall Street Master Class Spring 2026

“The in-class experience is truly one of a kind. I’ve learned so much from my peers and have made amazing connections with them.”
Daniel C.

Wall Street Master Class Spring 2026

“Going into the city, learning from a great experienced professional in finance, seeing how other people think it’s always so interesting.”
Tatiana

Wall Street Master Class Summer 2025

"I had an amazing learning experience, this is an extraordinary opportunity to learn how the market works in a real-world-environment."
Harris White

Wall Street Master Class Summer 2025

“The atmosphere is safe and welcoming.”
Gianna

Wall Street Master Class Summer 2025

“I feel very included and immersed, almost as if I’m there.” (virtual attendance)
Maxwell

Wall Street Master Class Spring 2026 (virtual)

Being a student not only deepened my knowledge of finance tremendously, but also ignited an even stronger passion for the field. "
Alexa - Student - Academy of Finance
Alexandra S.

Wall Street Master Class Summer 2025

“I feel as though I’m truly learning valuable skills and tactics to make me a better investor.”
Christann

Wall Street Master Class Summer 2025

"I believe in-person classes are best, this gives participants the opportunity to make connections while sharing a common interest."
Tatiana

Student / Wall Street Master Class Summer 2025

“I am excited to see where my portfolio ends up and to learn to master buying the correct stocks.”
Gianna

Wall Street Master Class Summer 2025

Program Details

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  • Cohorts: High School (Grades 10–12)
  • Format: In-person weekly sessions (2 hours) + virtual coursework
  • Duration: 8 Weeks
  • Dates: First week of June
  • Enrollment: Limited to a select number of students

Application process

  • Visit theacademyoffinance.org/apply
  • Submit the online application
  • Interview
  • Receive a decision within 2 weeks

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TUITION $3500

*Note: Proceeds from tuition support scholarships, instructors, and other school-related expenses.

SCHOLARSHIPS

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we are committed to expanding access to financial education. We proudly offer scholarships and encourage ALL motivated students to apply.
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Donations

As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we are committed to expanding access to financial education. Through donations and grants, we provide access, innovation, and community impact beyond our tuition model.
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“The greatest investment a young person can make is in their own education, in their own mind. The more you learn, the more you will earn.”

— Warren Buffett

Finance and Investing Programs for High School Students in New York

Students and families searching for finance programs for high school students in New York are often looking for opportunities to explore investing and the stock market before college. The Wall Street Master Class®, offered by The Academy of Finance®, is designed for high school students in grades 10 through 12, including juniors and seniors who want to gain exposure to financial markets in a serious academic environment. Unlike many traditional after school activities, this immersive program introduces students to investing, portfolio management, and the principles behind long term wealth creation. For students interested in economics, business, or financial markets, participating in a Wall Street finance program in New York can provide valuable insight into the professional world of investing while strengthening their college applications.