Wharton Global High School Investment Competition 2025-2026
A global team investment competition where high school students develop and justify a client-focused investment strategy using a simulated trading platform. Open to teams of four to six students from the same school, supported by a teacher-advisor. Rated Advanced, with difficulty mainly coming from the large international field, long-term strategy development and professional final report.A global team investment competition where high school students develop and justify a client-focused investment strategy using a simulated trading platform. Open to teams of four to six students from the same school, supported by a teacher-advisor. Rated Advanced, with difficulty mainly coming from the large international field, long-term strategy development and professional final report.
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Competition details can change. Always confirm dates, eligibility and entry requirements on the official organiser's website.
Official website ↗Competition overview
Key information
Eligible ages
14–18
School level
High school students, typically grades 9-12 / ages 14-18
Registration method
School Only
Competition stages
Advisor registration; WInS simulated trading; required trade; roster; midterm report; final report; virtual semifinals; Global Finale at Wharton.
Fee
Free
Online / in-person
Hybrid
Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
10 Aug 2026
Registration closes
Not yet announced by the organiser
Competition starts
Not yet announced by the organiser
Competition ends
Not yet announced by the organiser
Editorial perspective
Our Take
Official page currently says registration for the 2025-2026 competition is closed. Teams are four to six students from the same high school, guided by a teacher/educator advisor. Add a new edition when Wharton publishes 2026-2027 official dates.