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Arihant
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Is (Fordham University: Finance Institute: Wall Street in the Classroom) a reputable pre-college program that could help me with college admissions? If it isn't could anyone help me with programs that are reputable and can help(preferably without too big of a price tag)
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Dr H
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Hey there Arihant!
Alright, let’s just you know break this thing down. Fordham’s Wall Street in the Classroom is definitely a legit program. It’s tied to Fordham, which gives it some solid credibility in the finance world, and having it on your resume can show colleges that you’re serious about finance. But is it a game-changer for college admissions? Not exactly. Pre-college programs help, but they’re not the golden ticket. Admissions officers care more about what you learn and how you apply it rather than just the name of the program.
Now, if you’re looking for other options that won’t drain your wallet, there are plenty of ways to get just as much—if not more—experience:
Affordable & Free Programs:
Local universities and community colleges often have finance/econ programs that are way cheaper but still offer great learning and networking opportunities.
Online courses like Coursera, edX, and Khan Academy have free or super cheap finance courses (some even offer certificates!). These show initiative and self-motivation, which looks great on applications.
Don't forget about the competitions & Real-World Experience. They can boost not just experience but colleges love to see it.
Finance/econ competitions like the Wharton Investment Challenge or Harvard Pre-Collegiate Economics Challenge can really make you stand out.
Stock market simulations and investment clubs let you gain hands-on experience while also beefing up your resume.
At the end of the day, pick something that actually excites you. Whether it’s Fordham or another program, what matters most is that you do something with it—learn, build skills, and apply that knowledge in a way that shows colleges you’re serious about finance. If a program sparks your passion, go for it. If not, there are tons of other ways to show off your finance skills. All the best Arihant, hope this helps and good luck don't worry about hitting me up if any furhher questions or just curiosities! 😎🤗
Alright, let’s just you know break this thing down. Fordham’s Wall Street in the Classroom is definitely a legit program. It’s tied to Fordham, which gives it some solid credibility in the finance world, and having it on your resume can show colleges that you’re serious about finance. But is it a game-changer for college admissions? Not exactly. Pre-college programs help, but they’re not the golden ticket. Admissions officers care more about what you learn and how you apply it rather than just the name of the program.
Now, if you’re looking for other options that won’t drain your wallet, there are plenty of ways to get just as much—if not more—experience:
Affordable & Free Programs:
Local universities and community colleges often have finance/econ programs that are way cheaper but still offer great learning and networking opportunities.
Online courses like Coursera, edX, and Khan Academy have free or super cheap finance courses (some even offer certificates!). These show initiative and self-motivation, which looks great on applications.
Don't forget about the competitions & Real-World Experience. They can boost not just experience but colleges love to see it.
Finance/econ competitions like the Wharton Investment Challenge or Harvard Pre-Collegiate Economics Challenge can really make you stand out.
Stock market simulations and investment clubs let you gain hands-on experience while also beefing up your resume.
At the end of the day, pick something that actually excites you. Whether it’s Fordham or another program, what matters most is that you do something with it—learn, build skills, and apply that knowledge in a way that shows colleges you’re serious about finance. If a program sparks your passion, go for it. If not, there are tons of other ways to show off your finance skills. All the best Arihant, hope this helps and good luck don't worry about hitting me up if any furhher questions or just curiosities! 😎🤗
I am really grateful you took the time to answer this question.
Arihant
Glad I could help, Arihant! Finance is a great field with so many ways to stand out. If you're looking for an edge, try diving into a finance-related project—maybe start a blog on market trends, build a stock portfolio tracker, or even create a small investment club at school. Real-world application always impresses. Let me know what excites you most, happy to brainstorm ideas with you! Or if you need anything else just hit me up, you are always welcome. 😉
Dr H
Dr. H is right. The program is credible but not a game-changer. What matters is applying what you learn. Real-world experience will set you apart more than a name on your resume. Choose wisely.
Ach Nix
Huge thanks to all—every insight shapes a legend. Keep guiding, keep growing!
Dr H
Michelle M.
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Hello, Arihant !
Fordham University is about as credible as you can get, yes ! The Fordham University: Finance Institute: Wall Street in the Classroom is a one week program that will be worthwhile taking. It's not a requirement for college applications, but you'll get a professional view of financial markets, investment strategies, hedge funds, and monetary policy, so it is well worth taking.
Keep in mind that they accept applications worldwide, so get your application in very very soon so that you can be selected for the program.
If you want to learn more you can consider doing volunteer work and also remember to keep your secondary school GPA high with good grades while in secondary school. That is what will count towards a great college application.
As you probably already know, Tokyo is the hub for finance in your country and you can seek volunteer work there. Explore the banks in your town or city to see if the local banks have special training programs for secondary school students. If you are an older teen, you may seek opportunities for volunteer work, programs or internships but as you probably already know, with finance they do not readily take teenagers for finance volunteer work in Japan but it is worth a try.
It's perfectly fine to wait till college to start studying Finance. Please do not feel slighted. Take any related classes you can in secondary school, visit your local university's book store and consider buying some university level finance textbooks to read and keep looking for opportunities. Your school may know about possibilities that are not on the internet.
So, yes, not only is Fordham reputable but it is highly credible and since it's in New York City (Bronx) you will have access to Wall Street and many professional speakers at the program.
I hope this helps and wish you all the best !
Fordham University is about as credible as you can get, yes ! The Fordham University: Finance Institute: Wall Street in the Classroom is a one week program that will be worthwhile taking. It's not a requirement for college applications, but you'll get a professional view of financial markets, investment strategies, hedge funds, and monetary policy, so it is well worth taking.
Keep in mind that they accept applications worldwide, so get your application in very very soon so that you can be selected for the program.
If you want to learn more you can consider doing volunteer work and also remember to keep your secondary school GPA high with good grades while in secondary school. That is what will count towards a great college application.
As you probably already know, Tokyo is the hub for finance in your country and you can seek volunteer work there. Explore the banks in your town or city to see if the local banks have special training programs for secondary school students. If you are an older teen, you may seek opportunities for volunteer work, programs or internships but as you probably already know, with finance they do not readily take teenagers for finance volunteer work in Japan but it is worth a try.
It's perfectly fine to wait till college to start studying Finance. Please do not feel slighted. Take any related classes you can in secondary school, visit your local university's book store and consider buying some university level finance textbooks to read and keep looking for opportunities. Your school may know about possibilities that are not on the internet.
So, yes, not only is Fordham reputable but it is highly credible and since it's in New York City (Bronx) you will have access to Wall Street and many professional speakers at the program.
I hope this helps and wish you all the best !
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Hi lad,
Dr. H summed it up perfectly. Nothing more to add—real-world experience is what truly makes the difference.
Dr. H summed it up perfectly. Nothing more to add—real-world experience is what truly makes the difference.
Nothing to add.
Uran James