Local Level Support for Societies and Faculty

Kaplan Schweser has been actively engaged in the CFA Institute Research Challenge for more than 5 years. We understand that the event starts at the local level and we are happy to continue our support of faculty, participating students, and local hosting societies.

Faculty and Student Support

Receive information about university student and faculty discounts for CFA®, CAIA®, and FRM® exam prep, available scholarships, and free resources and giveaways.

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University teams consist of three to five undergraduate or graduate students that produce the written report and the presentation.

Research Challenge Fact Card

The CFA Institute Research Challenge is a great test for all students who are bold enough to face it. But, like any great challenge, the opportunities and rewards it offers are even greater.

Research Challenge Student Discount

We continue our commitment to helping build the future of finance by investing in you, the student. University students are eligible to receive a 15% discount on CFA®, CAIA®, and FRM® exam prep.