The Center for Finance and Technology (CFT) Scholars prepares and accelerates students with an exceptional drive for careers in investment banking, private equity, asset management, trading, and other finance sectors.
CFT Scholars offers unique opportunities
Insight
- Technical training such as use of Bloomberg terminals and advanced coursework
- Investment and market experience
- Meaningful interactions which deepen exposure to real finance professions
Connection
- Treks to New York City visiting top finance firms (stipend provided)
- Projects with industry partners
- Mentorship and networking events with senior practitioners
- An elite community of classmates
Jobs
- Finance specific resume and interview prep from a dedicated CFT team
- Exclusive internship and job postings
- Tailored finance career prep workshop series
Application Timeline and Selection Process
- Students apply spring of freshman year, join their CFT Scholars cohort beginning fall of sophomore year and participate through graduation.
- Application Opens: April 20, 2026
- Written application and verification of eligibility (GPA and credit requirements)
- First round interviews (by invitation; virtual): June -July 2026
- Second and/or third round interviews with staff, faculty and Board members (by invitation, in person): Anticipated August 17-21, before fall classes start
- Notification of selection by September
For questions contact Morgan Gore, mgore7@gatech.edu.