CREFC and NYU Schack Name 2026-2027 Scholars in Commercial Real Estate Finance
Event summary
- CREFC and NYU Schack selected six scholars (three undergraduate, three graduate) for the 2026-2027 class.
- Scholars receive merit scholarships, complimentary CREFC Academic membership, and access to mentorship programs.
- The program continues to attract competitive applicants from across NYU's real estate programs.
- CREFC Center for Real Estate Finance at Schack Institute was launched in 2020 with a 2019 endowment gift.
The big picture
CREFC's scholarship program underscores the industry's focus on nurturing future leaders amid a competitive talent landscape. The collaboration with NYU Schack highlights the growing emphasis on specialized education in commercial real estate finance, aiming to address skill gaps and foster long-term industry growth.
What we're watching
- Talent Pipeline
- How CREFC's investment in education will impact the future talent pool for commercial real estate finance.
- Industry Standards
- Whether the mentorship and networking opportunities can sustain long-term industry standards and best practices.
- Program Scalability
- The pace at which CREFC can expand its educational initiatives to other institutions or regions.