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Your Pathway to Financial Success

Welcome to the Academy of Finance

Where Your Finance Journey Begins.

Empowering Future Finance Leaders Today!

Empowering Future Finance Leaders Today!

About us

About us

About the Academy

At the Academy of Finance, we are dedicated to inspiring and preparing the next generation of finance professionals. As part of the National Academy Foundation (NAF), we provide students with a unique blend of academic excellence, real-world experience, and professional mentorship.

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Experience

Experience

The NAF Approach

Transforming Education for Career Success

The NAF approach focuses on creating a dynamic learning environment that combines rigorous academic coursework

with real-world experiences. By partnering with industry leaders, NAF provides students with mentorship, internships,

and networking opportunities, ensuring they gain practical skills and insights essential for success in the workforce.

This holistic approach not only enhances students' knowledge in finance but also fosters critical thinking, collaboration,

and leadership skills, preparing them for thriving careers.

The NAF approach focuses on creating

a dynamic learning environment

that combines rigorous academic

coursework with real-world experiences.

By partnering with industry leaders, NAF

provides students with mentorship,

internships, and networking opportunities,

ensuring they gain practical skills

and insights essential for success in the

workforce. This holistic approach not only

enhances students' knowledge in finance

but also fosters critical thinking,

collaboration, and leadership skills,

preparing them for thriving careers.

What to Expect

Ways the Academy of Finance Supports Students

More than 32,000+ students benefit from the NAF Approach at 176 Academies of Finance nationwide.

Events

Events and Highlights

Discover the experiences, learning moments, and memories we create together—explore our recent field trips, projects, and more.

Rocking Financial Literacy:
A Field Trip with Gooding

On October 29, 2024, students from the Finance Academy, along with peers from Jefferson High School and Brandon High School enjoyed a vibrant field trip featuring a captivating performance by Gooding, who combined music with valuable lessons on financial literacy, interactive Q&A sessions, and personal engagement.

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Shaping the Future: A Field Trip to the Women's Conference of Florida

On December 13, 2024, students from AOF at KHS attended the Women's Conference of Florida. The event provided us with valuable insights on leadership, networking, and empowerment. We learned from women leaders in various industries, gained practical knowledge, and built connections that will inspire our future.

Exciting events are in the works!

Check back soon to see what’s next!

Impact

Proven Impact of the Academy of Finance

Discover how we've empowered students by providing essential skills, real-world experience.

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Career Pathways

Many alumni have secured positions in reputable companies, demonstrating the program’s effectiveness in preparing students for the workforce.

Internship Participation

Approximately 70% of students complete internships, providing them with valuable hands-on experience that enhances their career readiness and employability.

Testimonials

Testimonials

Student and Partner Testimonials

Insights from Those Who Have Experienced Our Program

  • “We are proud to partner with the Academy. It’s inspiring to see students so passionate about finance and ready to make an impact in the industry.”

    Mr. Johnson

    HR Director at Suncoast Credit Union

  • “The Academy of Finance has completely changed my perspective on my future. The mentorship and hands-on experiences helped me gain confidence in my skills!”

    Emily R.

    Student

  • “Working with the Academy of Finance has been rewarding. The students are eager to learn and bring fresh ideas to our team during internships.”

    Mr. Smith

    Financial Analyst at JPMorgan Chase

  • “Working with the Academy of Finance has been rewarding. The students are eager to learn and bring fresh ideas to our team during internships.”

    Mr. Smith

    Financial Analyst at JPMorgan Chase

  • “We are proud to partner with the Academy. It’s inspiring to see students so passionate about finance and ready to make an impact in the industry.”

    Mr. Johnson

    HR Director at Suncoast Credit Union

  • “The Academy of Finance has completely changed my perspective on my future. The mentorship and hands-on experiences helped me gain confidence in my skills!”

    Emily R.

    Student

  • “Working with the Academy of Finance has been rewarding. The students are eager to learn and bring fresh ideas to our team during internships.”

    Mr. Smith

    Financial Analyst at JPMorgan Chase

  • “Working with the Academy of Finance has been rewarding. The students are eager to learn and bring fresh ideas to our team during internships.”

    Mr. Smith

    Financial Analyst at JPMorgan Chase

  • “We are proud to partner with the Academy. It’s inspiring to see students so passionate about finance and ready to make an impact in the industry.”

    Mr. Johnson

    HR Director at Suncoast Credit Union

  • “The Academy of Finance has completely changed my perspective on my future. The mentorship and hands-on experiences helped me gain confidence in my skills!”

    Emily R.

    Student

  • “Working with the Academy of Finance has been rewarding. The students are eager to learn and bring fresh ideas to our team during internships.”

    Mr. Smith

    Financial Analyst at JPMorgan Chase

  • “Working with the Academy of Finance has been rewarding. The students are eager to learn and bring fresh ideas to our team during internships.”

    Mr. Smith

    Financial Analyst at JPMorgan Chase

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FAQ

FAQ

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What courses are offered?

What is the Academy of Finance (NAF)?

Who can join the Academy of Finance?

What is the time commitment for students in the Academy?

Does the Academy provide college credit?

What courses are offered?

What is the Academy of Finance (NAF)?

Who can join the Academy of Finance?

What is the time commitment for students in the Academy?

Does the Academy provide college credit?

What courses are offered?

Contact us

Contact us

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