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About
WQU is a global community of students, alumni, faculty, and partner organizations dedicated to supporting each other on a journey of lifelong learning.
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WorldQuant University
WorldQuant University is a not-for-profit institution dedicated to the belief that talent is global, opportunity is not. Offering free online education in advanced technical and quantitative fields, WQU empowers students in over 150 countries with industry-driven curricula and expert instructors to develop in-demand future-ready skills. Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), WQU is committed to making quality education accessible worldwide.
The WorldQuant Foundation®
The WorldQuant Foundation was established to benefit society and mankind. Driven by a belief in freedom of education, the Foundation empowers individuals in their pursuit of higher education. It supports WorldQuant University and its mission.
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"Talent is global, opportunity is not."
Igor Tulchinsky
Founder, WorldQuant University
Our Founder
Igor Tulchinsky is an investor, entrepreneur, venture capitalist, author, and philanthropist who believes that “talent is equally distributed globally, but opportunity is not.” He founded WorldQuant University in 2015 to help close this gap.
Our History
WorldQuant University’s first students were more than learners. They were partners in an experiment with a bold mission: Make advanced, quality education accessible to capable students everywhere, free of cost. “They were the pioneers,” says former WorldQuant University CEO Daphne Kis. This pioneering spirit continues today.
Our Mission
We make advanced, high-quality education accessible to learners worldwide, free of cost.
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Our Leaders
WorldQuant University is guided by top professionals with business and academic experience.
Our Instructors
WorldQuant University instructors bring a combination of academic distinction and industry experience.
Our Team
WorldQuant University is led by a diverse team of professionals, committed to the institution's distinct mission.
Facts & Figures
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2015
WorldQuant University founded
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1,800+
Master of Science in Financial Engineering degrees awarded
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150+
Countries of origin for WQU learners
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Africa
Top region for WQU learners
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