Interested in attending the #AFCPE2024 Symposium?
The AFCPE Symposium is an annual 3 day conference intersecting financial education, research, and practice. It brings together a diverse and inclusive community of people working across the personal finance field. Come to connect, to learn, and to grow. Exchange ideas to help empower and impact the individuals and communities that you serve. Our diverse and inclusive community is a hallmark of AFCPE®.
The Symposium helps bridge the gap between:
- Research, Education, and Practice
- Financial Knowledge and Behavior Change
- Issues of Systemic Inequality
- Professionals across the Financial Services Continuum
AFCPE is hosting the 2024 Symposium in Columbus, Ohio, the week before Thanksgiving.
Wednesday, November 20 – Friday, November 22, 2024.
REGISTRATION: Open now! Click to Register!!
SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE: In person and virtual schedule: View Here
- Symposium: In Person and Virtual Pricing – Early bird pricing ends September 30th!
- Hotel: Hilton Columbus Downtown – 402 N. High Street, Columbus, Ohio, 43215
- The AFCPE rate is $209+ taxes per night
- Room block closes on October 26, 2024
- Secure a spot in the AFCPE room block. RESERVE YOUR ROOM TODAY!
By sponsoring the AFCPE Symposium, you support AFCPE’s mission and commitment to excellence in the field of personal finance, the education and advancement of our professionals, and the incredible impact that our professionals make in the lives of individuals, families, and communities worldwide.
Interested in becoming an AFCPE Symposium sponsor? Learn more here!
Exhibiting gives you incredible access to a diverse group of personal finance professionals across research, education, and practice. Our attendees are change-makers – creating impact in the lives of their communities each and every day.
Expand your network, share your resources, and become part of our connected community!
Here is what you need to know to apply for the Symposium Scholarships.
- When does the application open? Applications for scholarships open July 2024.
- When will scholarships be awarded? Scholarships will be awarded August 2024.
- What is included in the Symposium scholarship? Complimentary registration to attend the AFCPE Symposium, in Columbus, Ohio, November 20-22, 2024. The scholarship includes Symposium attendance only. *Travel and hotel are not included.
- Who should apply for the scholarships? Everyone is welcome to apply for a Symposium Scholarship. However, the scholarship is designed to encourage and welcome first-time attendees and those who might not have institutional funding to apply.
Other Frequently Asked Questions
2023 Symposium in-person attendees will have access to recordings of all sessions and access to all content through October 2024. Virtual package registrants will have access to general session recordings and on-demand library through October 2024. Click here to view recordings portal.
If you’re attending Symposium in person, OR virtually it is preapproved for 15 CEUs for AFCPE-certified professionals.
CFP Professionals: CEs are TBA late summer
At the time of Symposium registration, please check your myAFCPE.org Membership dashboard. If it says “Your Membership has been paid!” you are entitled to the $150 discounted member registration price. Check your AFCPE membership status at my.afcpe.org. There’s still time to add Membership and save at my.afcpe.org/membership/get!
Student rate is available to university or college students studying full-time at the undergraduate (at least 12 credits), graduate (at least 9 credits), or PhD (at least 3 credits) level. For students currently enrolled at an AFCPE Registered Education Program, exceptions may apply. Students must meet requirements at the time of Symposium.
All Student Attendees will be prompted to upload a copy of their most current “unofficial” transcript. This is a requirement as part of registration.
All presenters are required to register for and attend the 2024 AFCPE Symposium.
Accepted presenters will receive a 25% discount code to be applied at the time of Symposium Registration. (Maximum three discounted registrations per submission)
We are excited to offer the AFC On-site Review & Exam at Symposium this year! Join us for a live review session where you can learn with your peers and take the exam with the content fresh in your head. Stay for Symposium for a week of learning, networking, and fun!
WHO: AFC candidates who enjoy in-person learning and are planning to test in 2024.
WHAT: 12 hours of review over 2 days and the opportunity to test on site with everything fresh in your mind.
WHERE: Hilton Columbus Downtown, 402 N High Street, Columbus, OH 43215
WHEN: Monday, November 18th – Tuesday, November 19th, 2024
Monday- 8:00am-5:00pm ET – Full day review with lunch break.
Tuesday- 8:00am-4:00pm ET – Morning review, lunch break, afternoon exam.
Lunch will be provided on both days; breakfast and dinner are not included.
COST: $750 or $600 for AFCPE Members* – Registration available through the main Symposium Registration
*Does not include AFC exam fee, travel, or lodging. Must be a current AFC candidate with a program deadline of November 19, 2024 or later.
Email certification@afpce.org for more information.
Yes, it is not too late! Purchase the 2023 Symposium Recordings here →
Become an AFCPE Member today and save! https://my.afcpe.org/membership/get
Please review AFCPE’s Symposium Cancellation Policy.
The 2025 AFCPE Symposium will take place in Glendale, Arizona at the Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Spa from Tuesday, November 18 – Thursday, November 20, 2025.
Please contact events@afcpe.org for Symposium information and questions.
AFCPE® is dedicated to providing a harassment-free Symposium experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, age and/or religion. Read more.
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