The Academy of Finance

Introduce your students to the world of Wall Street & investing.

Schools & Universities

The Academy of Finance® partners with schools and universities to provide immersive investment education that connects academic learning with the real world of financial markets. Institutions can offer their students a complete 8-week Wall Street Master Class® cohort or introduce them to the Academy through a private investment workshop.*

8-WEEK | WEEKLY PROGRAM

The Wall Street
Master Class®

Schools and universities can sponsor a dedicated Wall Street Master Class® cohort exclusively for their students. Over eight weeks, students combine rigorous investment education with experiential learning, including market discussions, portfolio management, simulations, investment challenges, professional mentorship, and life and professional skills.
  • 8 Weekly Sessions · 2.5 Hours Each
  • Private Cohort Experience
  • Up to 25 Students
  • $1 Million Virtual Portfolio
  • Official Wall Street Master Class® Diploma
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2-3 HOURS EXPERIENCE

The Wall Street
Immersion experience®

A private 2 to 3-hour experience introducing students to investing and financial markets through interactive learning. Experiences may include market simulations, investment challenges, behavioral finance, portfolio decision-making, and conversations with investment professionals, tailored to the age and experience of each group.
  • 2–3-Hour Workshop
  • Up to 25 Students
  • Introduction to financial markets
  • Interactive investment simulations
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*Designed Around Your Institution

Our programs can be tailored to high schools, universities, finance clubs, student organizations, pre-college programs, and visiting academic groups. Experiences are adapted to the age, financial knowledge, academic objectives, and schedule of each group.

"The Academy of Finance's winter 2026 session provided an exceptional experience for my son, Canaan. Despite being a high school sophomore with limited prior knowledge of financial markets and trading, he was thoroughly engaged and inspired."
Harry Gill

Parent

"The Academy of Finance has the rare educational trifecta: a curriculum that truly teaches, an achievement that impresses in admissions and employment, and a lifelong impact that endures in its students... and the participants love the program and each other."
Keith Berman

President, Options for College, Inc - School Counceling

"The Academy of Finance was an eye-opening experience that provided valuable insight into the world of the stock market. I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in immersing themselves in the world of Wall Street and learning from experienced professionals in the field."
Kiersten

Wall Street Master Class Spring 2026

"The Academy of Finance is an outstanding program with a true culture of excellence. The small cohort size allows for personalized attention and strong mentorship, which made a huge difference for my daughter."
Daniela Ranieri

Parent

"The Academy of Finance is a phenomenal place for anyone with a passion for the stock market world, regardless of prior experience. I learned so much in such a short period of time and I can't wait to see where it takes me!"
Daniel C.

Student, Bard High School Early College

"The Academy of Finance has been an incredible experience. It gave me valuable knowledge, meaningful connections, and unforgettable memories. I’m very grateful for everything."
Tatiana

Student, Sacred Heart University

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

Student, Tamalpais High School

"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.

Student, Northeastern University

A deep dive into the world of investing and wealth-building. Involved engaging presentations from industry experts. I highly recommend to any student interested in learning what it really takes to be a successful investor!
Christann Peart

Student, Stuyvesant High School

“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