8 week Global Competition
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From "Interested in Business" to Managing a $100K Portfolio
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The Teen Investor Cup
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 A guided, real-world investing competition where students learn to make decisions like real investors and get to develop their strategic thinking
Your teen says they are interested in business, finance or investing
But here's the honest question colleges eventually ask:
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Can they prove it?
June 15 - Aug 7
Global Investing Competition
LIVE Summer Program
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2 Week Wall Street & Investing live virtual program PLUS 8 week Investing competition
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Classes during June, July or August
- Students that join the June Wal Street & Investing program can join the summer competition starting June 15 - Aug 3
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Each program builds on the last, giving your child a structured path from beginner to skilled young investor
Learn More & Sign Up
LIVE Summer Program
Summer Competition Dates
June 15 – Aug 7, 2026
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Week 1 Wall Street 101
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- How the stock market works
- The language of Wall Street
- Stocks, bonds, and various investment products
- Evaluate investment opportunities
- Wall Street careers
- The role of investment banks, the Fed, and other market players
- Read and understand stock charts
- Track stock activity & identify strong companies
- The process of going public (IPO)
Week 2 Investing & Trading
- Technical Analysis – when to buy and sell stocks
- Place trades in a live simulated account you keep
- Risk management and why it’s essential
- Fundamental Analysis – how to pick strong stocks
- Factors that move the market
- Manage an investment portfolio
- Create spreadsheets for tracking
- Custodial account guidance for students & parents
Investing Competition
- Manage a $100,000 simulated portfolio
- Buy and sell stocks and other assets
- Learn to grow and manage capital
- Practice investing with paper money (no real risk)
Program Details
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Weekly 1-hour coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard tracking performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top performers
- Access to full program recordings
If your schedule changes, email us to switch to the Fall Competition.
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Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch sessions anytime as your schedule changes.
Elite Private Coaching
- Everything that Alumni & New students get PLUS
- Monthly personalized portfolio feedback &Â private coaching call (3 calls)
- Best for students with custodial accounts or those seeking advanced mentorship
- Limited to 10 students
Learn More & Sign Up
Elite Private Coaching
Elite Private Coaching Program
Competition + Self-Paced Training + Private Coaching & Portfolio Review
What You Get
- 8-week real-world investing competition
- Weekly 1-hour group coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard to track performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top-performing students
- Full access to the self-paced Wall Street, Investing & Trading programs
Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch sessions anytime as your schedule changes.
Private Coaching & Portfolio Review
- 3 private 1-on-1 coaching calls
- Personalized portfolio review and feedback
- Scheduled between June and July
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SELF-STUDY Students
- Competition entry ($200)
- Self-Paced Wall Street & Investing program @ $397Â SAVE $100Â (normally $497)
- One year access to Wall Street, Investing & TradingÂ
- Material available immediately after sign-up
Learn More & Sign Up
SELF-STUDY Students
Summer Competition Dates
June 15 – Aug 7, 2026
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Self-Paced Wall Street 101
- How the stock market works
- The language of Wall Street
- Stocks, bonds, and various investment products
- Evaluate investment opportunities
- Wall Street careers
- The role of investment banks, the Fed, and other market players
- Read and understand stock charts
- Track stock activity & identify strong companies
- The process of going public (IPO)
Self-Paced Investing & Trading
- Technical Analysis – when to buy and sell stocks
- Place trades in a live simulated account you keep
- Risk management and why it’s essential
- Fundamental Analysis – how to pick strong stocks
- Factors that move the market
- Manage an investment portfolio
- Create spreadsheets for tracking
- Custodial account guidance for students & parents
Investing Competition
- Manage a $100,000 simulated portfolio
- Buy and sell stocks and other assets
- Learn to grow and manage capital
- Practice investing with paper money (no real risk)
Program Details
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Weekly 1-hour coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard tracking performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top performers
- Access to full program recordings
If your schedule changes, email us to switch to the Fall Competition.
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Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch sessions anytime as your schedule changes.
Past/Current Students
- Competition entry ($200)
- Self-Paced Wall Street & Investing program FREE
- Build on knowledge gained in the live
- You have knowledge - develop your strategy
Learn More & Sign Up
Past/Current Students
How the Investing Competition Works
- Manage a $100,000 simulated investment portfolio
- Buy and sell stocks and other financial products
- Learn how to manage and grow capital
- Practice investing with paper money (no real risk)
Program Details
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Weekly 1-hour coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard to track performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top performers
- Access to full program recordings for review
Summer Competition Dates
June 15 – Aug 7, 2026
Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch anytime as your schedule changes.
This is for YOUR Teen if:
âś“Â Â They're in grades 8-12 and "good with numbers"
âś“Â Â They talk about business/finance but you don't know how to help
âś“Â Â Their college counselor said they need "something unique"
âś“Â Â You're tired of them watching YouTube finance videos alone
âś“Â Â Other parents' kids already have internships (and you're panicking)
What will your Teen gain?
- Invest like a pro – build real-world skills in a fun, competitive challenge
- Shine on college apps – earn an official certificate, awards & recognition
- Boost money confidence – make smart financial decisions for life
- Get noticed – win badges, prizes & top-performer status
- Personalized learning – self-paced prep for new students, skill refresh for alumni
- Go global – compete with ambitious teens worldwide in real-time market challenges - see the alumni map
What YOUR FAMILY Gets:
- Dinner conversations about actual investing (not TikTok)
- "My child did WHAT?" reactions from other parents
- A college essay that writes itself
- Your teen teaching YOU about money (yes, really)
- Sleep (because you finally DID something)
- Bragging rights at soccer practice
Summer Dates
Competition runs from June 15 - Aug 7
How Does It Work?
Competition Dates:
June 15 - Orientation & Start of Trading
July 31Â - last day of trading
Aug 3 week - Winners announced, award ceremonies, closing of the competitionÂ
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Each student get $100 000 virtual cash to invest in stocks & ETFs
- Contest is conducted 100% online
- Weekly time required - 90min
Group Coaching Calls:
Mondays & Wednesdays - New York Time
6.30pm - 7.30pm EST / 3.30pm PST
9.30pm - 10.30pm EST /Â 6.30pm PST
International
Wednesday 6am - 7am ET / / late afternoon /evening in Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
Attend only 1 of the above coaching sessions -Â Flexibility to alternate as your schedule changes
 Prizes
1st Place: $250 cash
2st Place: $150 cash
3 - 5th Place: $100 cash
6 - 10th Place: $50 cash
Everybody:Â Knowledge and experience that can last a life time and set students up for future financial success
+ Featured on Teach Me Wall Street Instagram
FAQ
When does the competition begin?
How much time will the competition take?
When are the coaching calls?
Is there a cost to participate in the competition?
Is the competition open to international students?
Can homeschool students participate?
Is this competition good for college applications?
Can siblings register together?
Do students need prior investing experience?
How is the competition judged?
What technology is required?
What if my teen misses a coaching call?
Will my teen receive a certificate?
Can individual students compete or is this for teams?
What is the self-study program?
What is the time commitment to complete the self-study program?
A guided, real-world investing competition where students learn to
make decisions like real investors and get to develop their strategic thinking.
What Students Do:
- Manage a $100,000 virtual portfolio
- 8-week guided investing competition
- Analyze real market movements
- Make investment decisions based on changing conditions
- Participate in weekly coaching calls
What Students Learn:
- How to think strategically about risk, timing and opportunity
- The difference between a pullback (buying opportunity) and a trend reversal (exit signal)
- Why a trade worked or didn’t work
- How to build judgment, confidence and strategy
This is not about day trading or guessing. It is about developing strategic thinking, real-world judgment and a track record students can explain on college applications and in interviews
Global Investing Competition
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LIVE Summer Program
Summer Competition Dates
June 15 – Aug 7, 2026
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Week 1 Wall Street 101
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- How the stock market works
- The language of Wall Street
- Stocks, bonds, and various investment products
- Evaluate investment opportunities
- Wall Street careers
- The role of investment banks, the Fed, and other market players
- Read and understand stock charts
- Track stock activity & identify strong companies
- The process of going public (IPO)
Week 2 Investing & Trading
- Technical Analysis – when to buy and sell stocks
- Place trades in a live simulated account you keep
- Risk management and why it’s essential
- Fundamental Analysis – how to pick strong stocks
- Factors that move the market
- Manage an investment portfolio
- Create spreadsheets for tracking
- Custodial account guidance for students & parents
Investing Competition
- Manage a $100,000 simulated portfolio
- Buy and sell stocks and other assets
- Learn to grow and manage capital
- Practice investing with paper money (no real risk)
Program Details
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Weekly 1-hour coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard tracking performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top performers
- Access to full program recordings
If your schedule changes, email us to switch to the Fall Competition.
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Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch sessions anytime as your schedule changes.
Elite Private Coaching
Elite Private Coaching Program
Competition + Self-Paced Training + Private Coaching & Portfolio Review
What You Get
- 8-week real-world investing competition
- Weekly 1-hour group coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard to track performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top-performing students
- Full access to the self-paced Wall Street, Investing & Trading programs
Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch sessions anytime as your schedule changes.
Private Coaching & Portfolio Review
- 3 private 1-on-1 coaching calls
- Personalized portfolio review and feedback
- Scheduled between June and July
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Self-Study Students
Summer Competition Dates
June 15 – Aug 7, 2026
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Self-Paced Wall Street 101
- How the stock market works
- The language of Wall Street
- Stocks, bonds, and various investment products
- Evaluate investment opportunities
- Wall Street careers
- The role of investment banks, the Fed, and other market players
- Read and understand stock charts
- Track stock activity & identify strong companies
- The process of going public (IPO)
Self-Paced Investing & Trading
- Technical Analysis – when to buy and sell stocks
- Place trades in a live simulated account you keep
- Risk management and why it’s essential
- Fundamental Analysis – how to pick strong stocks
- Factors that move the market
- Manage an investment portfolio
- Create spreadsheets for tracking
- Custodial account guidance for students & parents
Investing Competition
- Manage a $100,000 simulated portfolio
- Buy and sell stocks and other assets
- Learn to grow and manage capital
- Practice investing with paper money (no real risk)
Program Details
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Weekly 1-hour coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard tracking performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top performers
- Access to full program recordings
If your schedule changes, email us to switch to the Fall Competition.
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Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch sessions anytime as your schedule changes.
Past/Current Students
How the Investing Competition Works
- Manage a $100,000 simulated investment portfolio
- Buy and sell stocks and other financial products
- Learn how to manage and grow capital
- Practice investing with paper money (no real risk)
Program Details
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Weekly 1-hour coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard to track performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top performers
- Access to full program recordings for review
Summer Competition Dates
June 15 – Aug 7, 2026
Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch anytime as your schedule changes.
Global Investing Competition
LIVE Summer Program
Summer Competition Dates
June 15 – Aug 7, 2026
Â
Week 1 Wall Street 101
Â
- How the stock market works
- The language of Wall Street
- Stocks, bonds, and various investment products
- Evaluate investment opportunities
- Wall Street careers
- The role of investment banks, the Fed, and other market players
- Read and understand stock charts
- Track stock activity & identify strong companies
- The process of going public (IPO)
Week 2 Investing & Trading
- Technical Analysis – when to buy and sell stocks
- Place trades in a live simulated account you keep
- Risk management and why it’s essential
- Fundamental Analysis – how to pick strong stocks
- Factors that move the market
- Manage an investment portfolio
- Create spreadsheets for tracking
- Custodial account guidance for students & parents
Investing Competition
- Manage a $100,000 simulated portfolio
- Buy and sell stocks and other assets
- Learn to grow and manage capital
- Practice investing with paper money (no real risk)
Program Details
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Weekly 1-hour coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard tracking performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top performers
- Access to full program recordings
If your schedule changes, email us to switch to the Fall Competition.
Â
Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch sessions anytime as your schedule changes.
Elite Private Coaching
Elite Private Coaching Program
Competition + Self-Paced Training + Private Coaching & Portfolio Review
What You Get
- 8-week real-world investing competition
- Weekly 1-hour group coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard to track performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top-performing students
- Full access to the self-paced Wall Street, Investing & Trading programs
Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch sessions anytime as your schedule changes.
Private Coaching & Portfolio Review
- 3 private 1-on-1 coaching calls
- Personalized portfolio review and feedback
- Scheduled between June and July
- Â
Self-Study Students
Summer Competition Dates
June 15 – Aug 7, 2026
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Self-Paced Wall Street 101
- How the stock market works
- The language of Wall Street
- Stocks, bonds, and various investment products
- Evaluate investment opportunities
- Wall Street careers
- The role of investment banks, the Fed, and other market players
- Read and understand stock charts
- Track stock activity & identify strong companies
- The process of going public (IPO)
Self-Paced Investing & Trading
- Technical Analysis – when to buy and sell stocks
- Place trades in a live simulated account you keep
- Risk management and why it’s essential
- Fundamental Analysis – how to pick strong stocks
- Factors that move the market
- Manage an investment portfolio
- Create spreadsheets for tracking
- Custodial account guidance for students & parents
Investing Competition
- Manage a $100,000 simulated portfolio
- Buy and sell stocks and other assets
- Learn to grow and manage capital
- Practice investing with paper money (no real risk)
Program Details
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Weekly 1-hour coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard tracking performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top performers
- Access to full program recordings
If your schedule changes, email us to switch to the Fall Competition.
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Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch sessions anytime as your schedule changes.
Past/Current Students
How the Investing Competition Works
- Manage a $100,000 simulated investment portfolio
- Buy and sell stocks and other financial products
- Learn how to manage and grow capital
- Practice investing with paper money (no real risk)
Program Details
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Weekly 1-hour coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard to track performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top performers
- Access to full program recordings for review
Summer Competition Dates
June 15 – Aug 7, 2026
Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch anytime as your schedule changes.
Global Investing Competition
LIVE Summer Program
Summer Competition Dates
June 15 – Aug 7, 2026
Â
Week 1 Wall Street 101
Â
- How the stock market works
- The language of Wall Street
- Stocks, bonds, and various investment products
- Evaluate investment opportunities
- Wall Street careers
- The role of investment banks, the Fed, and other market players
- Read and understand stock charts
- Track stock activity & identify strong companies
- The process of going public (IPO)
Week 2 Investing & Trading
- Technical Analysis – when to buy and sell stocks
- Place trades in a live simulated account you keep
- Risk management and why it’s essential
- Fundamental Analysis – how to pick strong stocks
- Factors that move the market
- Manage an investment portfolio
- Create spreadsheets for tracking
- Custodial account guidance for students & parents
Investing Competition
- Manage a $100,000 simulated portfolio
- Buy and sell stocks and other assets
- Learn to grow and manage capital
- Practice investing with paper money (no real risk)
Program Details
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Weekly 1-hour coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard tracking performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top performers
- Access to full program recordings
If your schedule changes, email us to switch to the Fall Competition.
Â
Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch sessions anytime as your schedule changes.
Elite Private Coaching
Elite Private Coaching Program
Competition + Self-Paced Training + Private Coaching & Portfolio Review
What You Get
- 8-week real-world investing competition
- Weekly 1-hour group coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard to track performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top-performing students
- Full access to the self-paced Wall Street, Investing & Trading programs
Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch sessions anytime as your schedule changes.
Private Coaching & Portfolio Review
- 3 private 1-on-1 coaching calls
- Personalized portfolio review and feedback
- Scheduled between June and July
- Â
Self-Study Students
Summer Competition Dates
June 15 – Aug 7, 2026
Â
Self-Paced Wall Street 101
- How the stock market works
- The language of Wall Street
- Stocks, bonds, and various investment products
- Evaluate investment opportunities
- Wall Street careers
- The role of investment banks, the Fed, and other market players
- Read and understand stock charts
- Track stock activity & identify strong companies
- The process of going public (IPO)
Self-Paced Investing & Trading
- Technical Analysis – when to buy and sell stocks
- Place trades in a live simulated account you keep
- Risk management and why it’s essential
- Fundamental Analysis – how to pick strong stocks
- Factors that move the market
- Manage an investment portfolio
- Create spreadsheets for tracking
- Custodial account guidance for students & parents
Investing Competition
- Manage a $100,000 simulated portfolio
- Buy and sell stocks and other assets
- Learn to grow and manage capital
- Practice investing with paper money (no real risk)
Program Details
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Weekly 1-hour coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard tracking performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top performers
- Access to full program recordings
If your schedule changes, email us to switch to the Fall Competition.
Â
Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch sessions anytime as your schedule changes.
Past/Current Students
How the Investing Competition Works
- Manage a $100,000 simulated investment portfolio
- Buy and sell stocks and other financial products
- Learn how to manage and grow capital
- Practice investing with paper money (no real risk)
Program Details
- 8-week real-world investing contest
- Weekly 1-hour coaching / office hours
- Leaderboard to track performance
- Certificate of Completion
- Awards for top performers
- Access to full program recordings for review
Summer Competition Dates
June 15 – Aug 7, 2026
Group Coaching Calls
Mondays & Wednesdays (New York time)
- 6:30pm – 7:30pm EST / 5:30pm Central / 3:30pm PST
- 9:30pm – 10:30pm EST / 8:30pm Central / 6:30pm PST
Wednesday – International Session
- 6:00am – 7:00am EST (New York time)
- Late afternoon / evening for Asia, UK, Europe & Africa
You can switch anytime as your schedule changes.
