The CFA Institute is offering CFA Program Student Scholarships to Rotman Commerce students through a competitive selection process run by the university. Recipients have the CFA Program enrollment fee waived and exam registration reduced to USD600 plus applicable tax, and must use the scholarship within one year to register for a CFA Institute exam they are eligible to take. 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, though strong candidates in other areas may also be considered. This is the only opportunity in the 2026-27 academic year for students intending to write the Level 1 Exam to receive this scholarship.
Resource details
- Value: CFA Program enrollment fee waived and exam registration reduced to USD600 plus applicable tax
- Eligibility: Full-time Rotman Commerce students whose selected exam window is 23 months or fewer before graduation; must meet CFA Institute Enrollment Criteria; cannot have already registered for upcoming exam; generally require CGPA of at least 3.5 and final grade of at least 80 in RSM230H, RSM330H/RSM336H, RSM332H, RSM333H; students who previously received this scholarship are not eligible
- Application Deadline: 11:59pm EST, November 15, 2026
- Application Requirements: Complete both the Rotman Commerce CFA Student Scholarship Application Form AND the CFA Institute Student Scholarship Application; upload brief cover letter (max 250 words) explaining interest in CFA Program and study plans, current resume, and ACORN academic history to CFA Application Portal
- Important Note: Do not register for a CFA exam until you receive the official scholarship decision notification from CFA Institute (typically 4-6 weeks after application deadline); registering early will make you ineligible and no refund will be provided
Why it’s worth exploring
The CFA charter is one of the most respected credentials in investment management and financial analysis, and this scholarship substantially reduces the financial barrier to pursuing it—saving recipients hundreds of dollars on enrollment and registration fees. For Rotman Commerce students planning careers in portfolio management, equity research, or investment banking, starting the CFA Program while still in school demonstrates commitment and gives them a competitive edge in recruitment. The scholarship recognizes students who have excelled in core finance courses (RSM230H, RSM330H/RSM336H, RSM332H, RSM333H), validating their readiness for the rigorous CFA curriculum and the recommended 200-250 hours of exam preparation.
Going in prepared
Before applying, ensure you meet the CFA Institute’s Enrollment Criteria and Requirements and confirm your selected exam window falls within 23 months of your expected graduation date. Review your grades in RSM230H, RSM330H/RSM336H, RSM332H, and RSM333H to confirm you meet the general standard (CGPA of at least 3.5 and final grades of at least 80 in these courses), and if you fall short, prepare to demonstrate strength in co-curricular activities or related work experience. Complete both required applications—the Rotman Commerce form and the CFA Institute form—and do not register for any CFA exam until you receive the official decision notification from the CFA Institute, as early registration will disqualify you from the scholarship. In your 250-word cover letter, articulate a realistic study plan acknowledging the 200-250 hour time commitment required to pass the exam.
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Posted September 17, 2026