The Cutler Center mentor program matches undergraduate and graduate students with industry professionals from across the finance industry. Mentors are paired with a student majoring in finance to enhance the student’s network, help develop their career path, and provide advice, guidance, and feedback. Applications for the 2026-27 academic year are now open through September 18.
Apply nowThe Cutler Center mentor program runs from October to May, and mentors commit to a minimum of 6 hours with their mentee over these 8 months. To participate, potential mentors and mentees must complete their respective application forms to help with the matching process.
Once mentors and mentees have been matched, each pair will work together to schedule meetings throughout the program. Participants decide on the communication method(s) best suited for them (email, phone, in-person meetings, Zoom, etc.). To help set the expectations for the relationship, the Cutler Center will provide training materials to help engage mentors and mentees. Participants may also choose to attend various events and programs that the Cutler Center hosts.
With access to industry professionals, our finance students gain invaluable perspectives and inspiration from like-minded individuals who have succeeded across various settings and industries. As a mentee, you will:
To learn more about the program or to apply, please complete the mentee online application form or email Leslie Romiza, Cutler Center Program Manager.
Wall Street Prep's online courses span Excel, financial and valuation modeling, and technical finance interview topics. Using a video-based approach, they are designed to replicate the interactive experience of intensive, instructor-led live training seminars, ensuring that all students pursuing finance careers have a solid foundation across these core areas ahead of the recruiting process and job commencement. A select number of Wall Street Prep Student Passport Licenses are available for students each academic year.
Apply for licenseA select number of WSP Student Passport Licenses (pdf) are available for students each academic year. Access requests will be reviewed twice per academic year.
Students must first complete the Bloomberg Market Concepts certification program before requesting a Wall Street Prep license.
Wall Street Prep submission requests will be considered for finance students after the above deadlines. Factors such as finance courses taken, co-curricular activities, and internship experiences may be considered. Given the high demand for licenses and the limited amount available, access may also be granted through a lottery system.
Click here to request a license.
In this two-semester seminar series, Gary Mishuris, CFA, will utilize a selection of readings from Benjamin Graham, Warren Buffett, and other authors to explore the investing philosophies and processes of successful value investors. With Gary’s help, you’ll be able to use the insights from the readings to build your own value-investing framework that is internally consistent and suited to your strengths. Applications for the 2026-27 academic year are now open through September 16.
Apply nowThe Value Investing Seminar is open to undergraduate and graduate students.
Learn directly from a seasoned value investor
Gary Mishuris, CFA, brings more than two decades of professional investing experience—from Fidelity to Evergreen to leading Manulife’s U.S. Focused Value strategy and founding Silver Ring Value Partners. Students get rare access to someone who has managed concentrated, intrinsic‑value portfolios in real‑world settings.
Build your own value investing framework
Through readings from Ben Graham, Warren Buffett, and other foundational thinkers, Gary helps students translate classic value‑investing principles into a personalized, internally consistent investment philosophy. You’re not just learning what great investors did—you’re developing a process you can actually use.
Engage in weekly, discussion‑based learning
The seminar runs virtually on Friday afternoons during the 2026-27 academic year. The format emphasizes conversation, critical thinking, and applying concepts to real investment decisions—ideal for students who want depth, mentorship, and a cohort experience.
A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) charter is a designation given to those who have completed the CFA® Program and completed acceptable work experience requirements.
The CFA Program consists of three exams covering investment tools, asset valuation, portfolio management, and wealth planning. Typically pursued by individuals with backgrounds in finance, accounting, economics, or business, the program leads to the CFA designation upon completion and acceptance by CFA Institute. CFA charterholders are well‑qualified for senior roles across investment management, asset management, risk management, and related fields.
Watch VideoCFA Program Awareness Scholarships are available for qualified students and faculty (who have not already registered for the exam). The scholarship waives the one-time enrollment fee ($450) and reduces the exam costs to $600.
Applicants must be current students at the time they submit their applications. Students can register and sit for any exam open for registration within one year from the date their award decision is made.
Complete the Scholarship Application on the CFA website. To access the application, click "Log-In" on the top right-hand corner of the CFA website and either log in with your account information or sign up to create a new account. Once logged in, select "View Programs." Click on "Complete the eligibility profile" by choosing the "Scholarship Opportunities" option and then click "Save my profile." Select the "CFA Program Student Scholarship" option from there and click "Apply" on the next page. In the ‘Attachments’ section of your scholarship application, please attach the following:
The University College Partner (UCP) Program is designed to make it easier for students across New England to engage with CFA Society Boston, build connections, and explore opportunities in the investment industry. Through the program, students will gain exposure to investment professionals who have earned their CFA charter, participate in student-focused educational programming, and connect with peer students.
Read MoreFor complete program details, visit the CFA Society Boston Student Membership page.
