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Ivy Investment Banking Initiative

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Invest in a future of excellence

The Ivy Investment Banking Initiative is your fast track to the most competitive careers in finance — from Wall Street investment banking to private equity, hedge funds, and beyond.

Ready to stand out in the crowd?

Offered through the Debbie and Jerry Ivy College of Business at Iowa State University, the Ivy Investment Banking Initiative is a specialized, high-impact program designed for students who want to stand out in the world of finance. If you’re aiming for roles in investment banking or along other prestigious finance pathways, this is the place to start.
Tyler Claiborne welcomes new applicantsEach year, 10 high-achieving students are selected as Ivy Scholars based on academic success, leadership, drive, and communication skills. As an Ivy Scholar, you’ll join a close-knit, high-performing group and gain access to:

  • Technical training in financial modeling and valuation.
  • Hands-on coaching from industry professionals.
  • Mentorship and networking with alumni in top firms.
  • Support to land the best internships and full-time roles.

If you’re serious about finance and ready to compete with the best, the Ivy Investment Banking Initiative will give you the edge.

How do I apply?

Nick-Greenwood

“The goal of the Ivy Investment Banking Initiative is to drive continuous placement in investment banking by mentoring a select number of students using academic resources, professional work experience, and alumni networking.”

Nicholas Greenwood (’23), private equity associate, Thompson Street Capital Partners

What makes the Ivy Investment Banking Initiative unique?

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    Technical training

    You’ll receive technical training, including access to specialized curriculum, exclusive speaker series, and alumni events. This program also provides mock interviews with students who have investment banking division experience, and access to an industry mentor during your summer internship.

     

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    Scholarships

    Once accepted into the program, you’ll receive $1,500 total scholarship ($750 scholarship in sophomore year, followed by two $375 scholarships junior year, contingent on continued participation).

     

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    Mentorship and networking

    You’ll have access to alumni with investment banking division experience who are connected to the program. You’ll experience an annual networking trip at no cost. You’ll have access to an experienced program director who facilitates connections between Ivy Scholars and industry experts.

     

As a high school senior, you’ll feel confident knowing you can enter the Freshman Introductory Program as soon as you start at Ivy. This program aims to kickstart your finance journey from day one on campus, and serves as a high-priority pipeline in to the Initiative. Most colleges make you wait until you are a sophomore.

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Meet your director

David Spalding, Ivy College of Business dean from 2013-2025, is the program director. Before joining Iowa State, he served for eight years at Dartmouth College, New Hampshire, most recently as senior vice president and senior advisor to Dartmouth’s president. Before entering higher education, Spalding had a 29-year career in finance in New York, New York.

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Alumni Advisory Council

The Alumni Advisory Council provides advice and mentorship opportunities for students, helps shape the curriculum for the program, and provides insight regarding industry trends.

 

Connect with us

Ivy Investment Banking Initiative

David Spalding, director
Economic Development and Industry Relations
1805 Collaboration Place
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50010

Student leads

Drew Greenwood
Emily Bertilus
Tyler Claiborne

Questions?

Email us at ivyibinitiative@iastate.edu.