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Finance Programs & Opportunities
Explore specialized academic affiliations, hands-on experiential learning, and student organizations within the Department of Finance at Penn State’s Smeal College of Business. Our programs are designed to complement classroom learning with industry-recognized credentials, emerging technology, and active professional networks.
CFA Institute University Affiliation Program
The Department of Finance is a recognized participant in the .
Both our B.S. in Finance and Master of Finance degrees incorporate at least 70% of the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK), positioning students directly for the Chartered Financial Analyst® designation.
Eligible Penn State students can apply for a limited number of CFA Program student scholarships awarded annually.
FinTech Group
The FinTech Group connects finance students with the rapidly evolving sector of financial technology, algorithmic trading, financial data analytics, and blockchain applications. Gain hands-on exposure to practical technical tools and discuss trends shaping modern financial markets through workshops, projects, and collaborative