Dr. Bruce I. Jacobs Scholars in Quantitative Finance — Master's Scholarship

The Dr. Bruce I. Jacobs Scholars in Quantitative Finance is a Wharton academic award for exceptional students entering the second year of the MBA. It supports students concentrating on quantitative finance, including the application of financial economics to security pricing and asset management.

Wharton selects recipients using first-year academic performance and demonstrated interest in quantitative finance. The Class of 2027 list names 10 recipients, indicating that the latest published cycle has concluded.

Benefits & funding

Each recipient receives a $25,000 grant toward tuition.
Scholars may explore networking opportunities with industry leaders at the annual Jacobs Levy Center conference.

Eligibility

Be a rising second-year student in the Wharton MBA program.
Declare the Quantitative Finance MBA major.
Complete at least 9 credit units during the first year.
Show strong first-year academic performance and interest in quantitative finance through courses, internship experience, or other pursuits.
Remain eligible for Wharton academic awards under the MBA Code of Ethics.

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Application process

1
Declare the Quantitative Finance major and complete at least 9 credit units in the first year.
2
Follow Wharton’s internal MBA instructions when the award application is made available; the public page does not give an opening or deadline.
3
Submit an essay explaining outstanding dedication to quantitative finance.

Program timeline

Wharton established the award and began selecting Jacobs Scholars.
2020
Wharton lists 10 recipients for the latest published cohort.
Class of 2027
Application deadline
Not published on the official pages.