14 Finance Summer Camps for High School Students
If you are a high school student curious about business, investing, or how money moves through the global economy, finance summer camps can be a useful starting point. Camps usually combine classroom learning with practical exercises so you can see how finance works beyond textbooks. At a finance camp, you might analyze stocks, explore budgeting strategies, or work through simulations that show how financial markets operate. You will also get the chance to interact with professors, industry professionals, and other students who share similar interests. This kind of experience can help you better understand potential college majors or career paths in finance, economics, accounting, or business.
How are camps different from other programs in high school?
High school programs come in many formats, like research internships, semester-long fellowships, and competitions; camps, however, are typically shorter, focused experiences that take place over a few days or weeks. Because of this structure, they tend to emphasize activities, interactive lessons, and collaborative projects rather than long-term research. For instance, at a finance camp, you may work on investment challenges, budgeting exercises, or case studies involving real companies. Some programs even include trading-room exposure, visits to financial institutions, or presentations where you pitch investment ideas to instructors or professionals. These experiences can help you test your interest in finance without committing to a long program.
To help you explore your options, we’ve narrowed down a list of 14 finance summer camps for high school students.
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1. North Carolina Central University’s Isaiah Tidwell Accounting Program: BASE Camp
Location: North Carolina Central University, Durham, NC
Cost: None
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: June 15 – 19
Application deadline: Not specified
Eligibility: Rising 10th–12th-grade students
The BASE Camp program allows you to explore finance through accounting and business management practices. You will learn about accounting principles, financial reporting, and how businesses track performance. Mentorship and networking opportunities are integrated into the curriculum, enabling you to interact with professionals in accounting and finance. You will also conduct on-site visits and collaborate on group projects related to financial decision-making, gaining exposure to different accounting career paths. By the end of the program, you will gain a better understanding of how accounting supports financial strategy.
2. Veritas AI’s Deep Dive: AI + Finance
Location: Virtual
Cost: Varies depending on program type; financial aid available
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Selective
Dates: 25 hours over 10 weeks; multiple cohorts each year (summer, fall, spring, and winter)
Application deadline: Rolling; Spring (January), Summer (May), Fall (September), and Winter (November). You can apply here.
Eligibility: Students in grades 8 – 12 who have completed the AI Scholars program or have a background in coding
Veritas AI’s Deep Dive program explores how artificial intelligence is applied to financial markets and economic analysis. Students learn how machine learning models can analyze financial data, forecast stock prices, and identify patterns in market behavior. The program focuses heavily on real-world projects where you apply AI and machine learning tools to financial datasets. Along the way, you participate in lectures, coding walkthroughs, and collaborative discussions. Students often build predictive models that explore how past market data might influence future trends. For students interested in both technology and finance, this program introduces how the two industries increasingly overlap.
3. Purdue University Northwest’s Personal Finance and Investments Summer Camp
Location: Purdue University Northwest’s Hammond Campus, Hammond, IN
Cost: None
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Selective; limited spots are available
Dates: July 7 – 11 (tentative)
Application deadline: Rolling admissions
Eligibility: Students, ages 14 – 17
This free camp at Purdue University Northwest focuses on financial literacy and investment fundamentals. You will explore topics such as budgeting, banking systems, and stock market basics. You will also participate in a stock market game and build your own personal financial statements to understand real financial planning. The program includes interactions with professionals who will share insights about careers in finance and banking. You will also work through practical scenarios related to managing money and evaluating investments. These exercises can help you build a foundation in financial decision-making.
4. University of South Florida’s Bulls Finance Camp
Location: Muma College of Business, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
Cost: $750; optional residential add-on: $1,395
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Up to 60 students
Dates: June 22 – 26
Application deadline: Rolling; applications open on February 1
Eligibility: Students entering grades 9 – 12
The Bulls Finance Camp at the University of South Florida introduces students to financial concepts used in modern business. The curriculum includes topics like investments, corporate finance, financial planning, and financial technology. You will participate in group challenges, interactive activities, and discussions led by faculty and finance professionals. You will also hear from experts associated with the USF Federal Credit Union. You will additionally collaborate with other students to complete projects related to financial strategy. The program gives you a chance to explore the USF campus and interact with finance majors.
5. Stevens Institute of Technology’s Business Explorer
Location: Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ
Cost: $3,350; need-based scholarships available
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: July 5 – 11 | July 12 – 18
Application deadline: Priority: March 16; Final: June 1
Eligibility: Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors in high school
Business Explorer at Stevens Institute of Technology is a week-long camp that introduces students to different areas of business, including finance, entrepreneurship, and marketing. As a participant, you will work on case studies and collaborative projects while using financial resources available in the Hanlon Financial Systems Labs. You will learn about finance in the context of business and explore other core functions in the corporate setup. The program also includes a visit to a major company in New York City. Past site visits have included organizations such as Google, Bloomberg, and LinkedIn. These experiences can offer you a glimpse into how business strategy and finance intersect in real organizations.
6. University of Pennsylvania Wharton Global Youth Program: Essentials of Finance
Location: University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Cost: $8,299 + $100 non-refundable application fee
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified (selective admission)
Dates: June 7 – 19 | June 21 – July 3 | July 12 – 25 | Session 4: July 26 – August 8
Application deadline: Priority deadline: January 28; Final deadline: March 18
Eligibility: High school students currently enrolled in grades 9 – 11; demonstrated interest in economics or business is preferred but not required. International applicants can apply.
This two-week residential program at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania introduces you to key concepts in both personal and corporate finance. You will cover topics like the time value of money, interest rates, risk and return, financial statements, and valuation models through lectures, group work, and real-world case studies. A major part of the program is a team project where you will analyze a publicly traded company and present a market recommendation. Outside of class, you can attend a speaker series featuring Wharton faculty, participate in evening activities, or work on your project with your group. On completing the program, you will receive a Wharton Global Youth Certificate of Completion.
7. Wake Forest University’s Finance and Investing Institute
Location: Wake Forest University Reynolda Campus, Winston-Salem, NC
Cost: $3,500 + $60 non-refundable application fee; need-based scholarships are available
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: June 14 – June 19 | June 21 – June 26
Application deadline: Rolling; applications open on November 1.
Eligibility: Current 9th–12th grade students in good academic standing
This camp, part of Wake Forest University’s Summer Immersion Program, focuses on how investing works in real markets. You will explore topics like stocks, bonds, mutual funds, financial statements, and market analysis while working with faculty from the Wake Forest School of Business. Additionally, you will build and pitch your own investment portfolio while learning how professional investors assess opportunities. You will also take part in a mock investment competition and learn how compounding and risk influence financial decisions. The program includes visits to financial institutions and trading environments. These activities give you a closer look at how financial strategies are used in both personal finance and professional investment settings.
8. Stevens School of Business Finance and Investing Virtual Bootcamp
Location: Virtual (synchronous)
Cost: $1,000
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: August 3 – 7
Application deadline: Priority: March 16; Final: June 1
Eligibility: Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors
The Stevens School of Business Finance and Investing Virtual Bootcamp introduces students to investment management. During the program, you will take on the role of a portfolio manager and analyze equity markets. You will manage simulated portfolios using the S&P Capital IQ platform, applying strategies related to diversification and risk management. You will also learn how to collect financial data, run backtests, and evaluate investment performance. The program also allows you to work toward certifications such as Capital IQ Pro 101 and Banking 101, which can demonstrate familiarity with financial analysis tools on your profile.
9. Fordham University’s Finance Institute: Wall Street in the Classroom
Location: Virtual or Fordham University’s Rose Hill Campus, Bronx, NY
Cost: $1,300; need-based discounts are available
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Small class sizes
Dates: June 15 – 19 | June 22 – 26 | July 20 – 24 | July 27 – 31
Application deadline: Rolling admissions; applications open in January.
Eligibility: High school students in grades 10–12
Fordham University’s Finance Institute introduces high school students to the foundations of financial markets and investment strategies. You will learn about topics such as the time value of money, monetary policy, and different financial instruments like stocks and bonds. Guest speakers from finance firms and conversations with recent graduates will help you connect classroom learning to real financial careers. The program also explores areas like hedge funds, private equity, cryptocurrency, and risk management. You will explore topics in personal finance, including saving, investing, and managing debt, while getting a broad introduction to the financial ecosystem and how different sectors operate.
10. Montclair State University’s Wall Street and the Investment Experience Pre-College Program
Location: Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ
Cost: $1,900
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: July 12 – 18
Application deadline: Rolling enrollment with payment due on June 15; applications open on November 25.
Eligibility: Current 9th – 11th grade students
This week-long program is designed to help you understand how markets function and how investors analyze data before making decisions through classroom learning and real-world exposure to financial environments. You will study financial news, analyze market trends, and learn how different assets such as commodities, cryptocurrencies, and stocks behave. A key component of the program is the field trip to New York City’s Financial District, where you will get to see financial institutions and explore Wall Street firsthand. The curriculum additionally explores how artificial intelligence is influencing financial markets and investment strategies. You will also examine well-known investors such as Warren Buffett and analyze how investment strategies evolve over time.
11. North Carolina Central University’s Peggy Ward Financial Education Center Wealth Management Camp
Location: North Carolina Central University, Durham, NC
Cost: $50
Acceptance rate/cohort size: 25 students
Dates: June 22 – 26
Application deadline: Not specified
Eligibility: Rising 9th–12th-grade students
This camp helps you build financial literacy and explore personal finance strategies over five days. You will participate in collaborative challenges and discussions about financial independence and long-term planning. The program includes team competitions, leadership exercises, and opportunities to win scholarships and prizes. You will learn about wealth management strategies, communication skills, and financial decision-making. You will also receive a certificate of completion at the end of the camp. Activities are designed to help you better understand personal finance and professional opportunities in financial services.
12. Western Michigan University’s Dollars and Sense Camp
Location: Greenleaf Trust Trading Room at WMU’s Haworth College of Business, Kalamazoo, MI
Cost: $299
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: August 17 – 21
Application deadline: Rolling admissions
Eligibility: Students in grades 8 – 12
Western Michigan University’s Dollars and Sense Camp focuses on helping you understand long-term financial planning. You will explore topics such as insurance, risk management, budgeting, and saving strategies. You will also develop a financial plan that covers life goals from high school through retirement. The program also introduces emerging topics like blockchain, cryptocurrency, and real estate investment. You will participate in personal finance games and meet professionals working in finance-related fields. At the end of the camp, you will present your financial plans to finance experts.
13. Hofstra University’s Finance and Investment for Teens
Location: Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY
Cost: $780/week (additional fee for transportation)
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Not specified
Dates: July 13 – 17
Application deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: Students entering grades 9 – 12
This one-week day camp at Hofstra University introduces you to key concepts in finance and investing. You will learn how companies set financial goals, make decisions, and measure their performance. The program also covers how the stock market works and the role it plays in the economy and in personal financial planning. A central part of the experience is a stock market simulation game where you will take on the role of a money manager and build your own portfolio of stocks. Through this hands-on activity, you will practice reading accounting statements and applying investment strategies you learn in lectures.
14. Bentley University’s Wall Street 101: Personal Finance
Location: Online or Bentley University, Waltham, MA
Cost: Online: $1,490 | Commuter: $2,450 | Residential: $3,380 + $75 application fee
Acceptance rate/cohort size: Competitive
Dates: June 8 – 12 | June 15 – 19 | July 6 – 10
Application deadline: Rolling until June 1
Eligibility: High school juniors and seniors
Bentley University’s Wall Street 101: Personal Finance track focuses on helping you understand everyday financial decisions and how markets influence them. You will learn about budgeting, investing basics, and retirement planning through simulations and discussions. The curriculum emphasizes practical decision-making, helping you analyze financial risks and evaluate different strategies. Because the cohorts are small, there is room for discussion and personalized feedback from instructors. You will also explore how financial planning applies to real-life situations such as saving for education or managing investments. The experience is designed to connect financial theory with practical money management skills.
Tyler Moulton is Head of Academics and Veritas AI Partnerships with 6 years of experience in education consulting, teaching, and astronomy research at Harvard and the University of Cambridge, where they developed a passion for machine learning and artificial intelligence. Tyler is passionate about connecting high-achieving students to advanced AI techniques and helping them build independent, real-world projects in the field of AI!