CFA Institute Access Scholarship Programme 2026/2027 for aspiring Finance Professionals

The CFA Institute Access Scholarship Program is designed to make the CFA® Program more accessible to aspiring finance professionals who may have difficulty affording the full program fees. The CFA Institute runs the program as part of its commitment to promoting ethics, education, and professional excellence. The scholarship reduces exam registration fees significantly and is available for all three levels of the CFA Program. There are four application windows per year aligned with each exam window: February 2027 (Levels I and III), May 2027 (Levels I and II), August 2027 (all levels), and November 2027 (Levels I and II). What you get • Exam registration fee reduced to USD 400 under the Premium Registration Package • Complimentary access to the Practice Pack (for scholarships awarded on or after 4 March 2026) How to apply 1. Log in to the Access Scholarship application portal during your intended exam window using a computer (mobile devices not supported) 2. Submit your application and wait for confirmation email 3. Review the full Access Scholarship Rules before applying 4. Await notification by email approximately 4 weeks after the application window closes

• Must meet CFA Program eligibility requirements • Demonstrate financial need • Apply during the designated application window for your intended exam level and date