Your Fast Track to CFP® Certification

In Rice University’s CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) Certification Education Program, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills you need to make a meaningful impact on the financial futures of individuals, families and organizations.

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Become the Advisor Everyone Trusts

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professionals are in high demand, with opportunities spanning financial institutions, nonprofits, and entrepreneurial ventures. With Rice University’s CFP® Certificate Program, ranked among the top 10 in the nation, you can elevate your expertise, build trust with clients, and expand your career horizons.

CFP® professionals earn an average annual salary of $95,580, with job openings expected to grow by 17% through 2033 (BLS, Aug 29, 2024). This program teaches the core curriculum necessary to meet the educational requirement to sit for the CFP® Certification exam, including completion of a financial plan development (capstone) course registered with the CFP Board.

Format:
Online or On Campus

Program Duration:
10 Months

Cost:
$5,945 (discounts available)

Next Start Date:
Online: August 5, 2025

What Will You Gain?

In just ten months, you’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of financial planning, including investment strategies, risk management, retirement planning, and more. Whether you choose to learn online or in person, you’ll learn from CFP®-certified instructors in a flexible format tailored to fit the schedule and goals of working professionals.

In this program, you’ll:

Expand your network and connect with other like-minded financial professionals

Build a strong foundation in personal financial planning, tax strategies, insurance, risk, retirements and estate planning

Collaborate with experienced instructors who are dedicated to your success in class and in your career

Earn a certificate that sets you apart in the financial planning industry and prepares you to pass the CFP® exam

Increase your earning potential and advance your career as a financial planning professional

Who Should Enroll?

Whether you’re starting your career or looking to boost your competitive advantage in the job market, the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Certificate Program at Rice can help you stand out with in-demand, cutting-edge financial planning skills.

This program is designed for:

Aspiring financial planners ready to make an impact in the field
Current financial professionals seeking to enhance their credentials and expand their client base
Career changers looking to enter a growing profession with strong earning potential
Professionals in related fields, such as accounting or banking, who want to deepen their financial planning expertise

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