The CFA Institute is offering CFA Program Student Scholarships to Rotman Commerce students for the 2024-25 academic year, with applications opening September 11, 2026. Recipients have the CFA Program enrollment fee waived and exam registration reduced to USD600 plus applicable tax. Eligible students must be full-time Rotman Commerce students whose selected exam window is 23 months or fewer before graduation, and generally successful applicants have a CGPA of at least 3.5 and a final grade of at least 80 in RSM230H, RSM330H/RSM336H, RSM332H, and RSM333H. Students must complete both the Rotman Commerce application form and the CFA Institute application by 11:59pm EST on November 15, 2026.
Resource details
- Value: CFA Program enrollment fee waived; exam registration reduced to USD600 plus applicable tax
- Eligibility: Full-time Rotman Commerce students; exam window must be 23 months or fewer before graduation; generally CGPA of at least 3.5 and final grade of at least 80 in specified courses (RSM230H, RSM330H/RSM336H, RSM332H, RSM333H); must not have already registered for upcoming exam; previous recipients not eligible
- Application Deadline: 11:59pm EST, November 15, 2026
- Required Materials: Brief cover letter (max 250 words) explaining interest in CFA Program and study plans; current resume; ACORN academic history (unofficial transcript)
- Important Note: Do not register for a CFA exam until receiving official scholarship decision notification from CFA Institute (typically 4-6 weeks after deadline); both Rotman Commerce and CFA Institute applications must be completed
Why it’s worth exploring
The CFA designation is the gold standard for investment professionals and asset managers globally, and this scholarship significantly reduces the financial barrier to pursuing this credential. For students interested in equity research, portfolio management, investment banking, or wealth management, the CFA Program provides deep technical knowledge and demonstrates serious career commitment. The savings of several hundred dollars on exam registration, combined with the waived enrollment fee, makes this a valuable opportunity for finance-focused students.
Going in prepared
Plan your exam timing carefully, ensuring your selected window falls within 23 months of your expected graduation date and that you meet all CFA Institute enrollment criteria. Your cover letter should briefly but specifically address why the CFA credential aligns with your career goals and outline a realistic study plan (note that successful exam candidates typically invest 200-250 hours of preparation). Do not register for any CFA exam before receiving official notification, as this will disqualify you from receiving the scholarship.
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Posted October 7, 2026