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About Us

For over 30 years, the High School of Economics & Finance has provided thousands of New York City students a world-class college-preparatory education focused on putting students on-track for careers in the financial services industry. Our Academy of Finance and Virtual Enterprise programs offer students access to hands-on career experiences and internship opportunities.

Top 50 Niche Standout High School
96% 4 Year Graduation Rate
98.5% Postsecondary Enrollment

Our Mission

To educate, empower, and enable all students to become caring, contributing civic-minded leaders who can succeed in working to build solutions to the challenges of our ever-changing world.

To ensure the safety and support of students of all races, ethnicities, religions, national origins, immigration statuses, socio-economic statuses, appearances, sizes, weights, ages, sexes, genders, gender identities, gender expressions, sexual orientations and disabilities.

To provide a rigorous world-class academic program for all students in economics, finance, and beyond through public and private sector partnerships and instituting new approaches in education that prepare students to succeed in the global economy.

To equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in higher education and a variety of career pathways.

To partner with families and the community in the development of the whole student.

Mission Statement Revised By School Leadership Team - October 2024