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The GW Investment Institute teaches students at George Washington University how to invest and how to think about investing. GW undergraduate and graduate students learn by doing, they serve as analysts and portfolio managers, managing over $12 million in university endowment funds across four student investment funds covering: equities, real estate, and quantitative investing. The institute also offers a class on venture capital.
$12.2 million
Assets Under Management as of July 31, 2026
1600+ Alumni
Across the global community
$400+ in Awards
Awarded $436,900 to 117 students
What's Happening
Quarterly Report
During Q2 2026, GWII Student Investment Funds returned 12.3%, underperforming the S&P 500 Index by 290 bps for the quarter.
Podcast
In Episode 100 of "Market News with Rodney Lake," Professor Lake celebrates the podcast's milestone 100th episode before delivering a comprehensive analysis of the newly public SpaceX.
Our Stories
2025 Fiscal Year Report
Explore the GW Investment Institute’s FY25 Annual Report featuring Chair Russ Ramsey’s message and highlights of another exceptional year in experiential investment education.
Explore Funding Opportunities at GWII
Explore exciting funding opportunities at the GW Investment Institute and empower the next generation of investors—click below to learn more!
Apply for the GW Stock Pitch Competition
The competition is open to all GW students, including undergraduate and graduate students from any school, major, and year of study. Apply by October 9!
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