Our Impact
Since 2019, Access Distributed has gone from 13 students in their pilot program to graduate over 120 fellows.
120+
STUDENTS SERVED AND GROWING
200+
PROFESSIONAL FINANCE CONNECTIONS
90%+
ALUMNI FELLOWS WORKING IN FINANCE CAREERS
The AD Fellowship greatly improved self-confidence & ability to imagine & actualize a career in finance
More Highlights
Significantly increased level of preparedness & desk-readiness
In our most recent cohort (2021-2022), 28 fellows have accepted Junior Summer internships or are in positions to receive offers from their sophomore summer internships, out of 32 fellows who are actively recruiting (88%)
All together, 90% of our alumni fellows are currently interning or working full-time investment roles
9.7/10 Average likelihood to recommend the fellowship to a friend
Our Scholars
Leonardo Morais Ting, University of Florida
2021-2022 Fellow
Incoming Summer Analyst, Houlihan Lokey, Financial Restructuring Group
“The AD Fellowship helped me debunk the misconception that I needed to come from a "traditional "background to succeed in highly competitive finance careers and connected me with great mentors, which in turn made me grow personally and professionally.”
Rousama Derisma, University of Central Florida
2021-2022 Fellow
Incoming Summer Analyst, Morgan Stanley, Sales & Trading, Fixed Income Division
“AD has incredibly impacted my life, both professionally and personally. This exceptional organization open[ed] my eyes to different possibilities in the world of Finance and the tools [needed] to succeed.”
Brianna Sypolt, University of Wisconsin - Madison
2021-2022 Fellow
Incoming Summer Analyst, Rothschild & Co., Investment Banking Division
“Not only did Access Distributed give me the technical skills needed for a career in finance, it gave me the confidence, which helped me the most. I’m so thankful for all the support and to have been a part of such an amazing and passionate community.”
Jonathan Gary, University of Wisconsin - Madison
2022-2023 Fellow
Incoming 2023 Summer Analyst, Baird; 2024 Summer Analyst, Adams Street Partners
“AD's exceptional finance program and personalized mentorship were instrumental in securing my position in private equity. Their comprehensive coverage of financial concepts, hands-on experience, and guidance throughout the interview process allowed me to develop a deep understanding of the financial industry and the skills and confidence to succeed."
Hailey Butler, Texas Southern University
2022-2023 Fellow
Incoming Summer Analyst, Deutsche Bank, Corporate Banking
“I was wildly surprised by how this program changed me in a matter of months. AD exposed me to so many great people, opportunities, and resources. I feel empowered to be an AD alumni, this program changed my life."
Internship Placements
Access Distributed provides fellows with exposure to leaders in the financial industry, leading to many internship opportunities.
