Ohio University Student Equity Management Group

A student-led experience driving unparalleled success to Ohio University’s top talent.

Founded in 2001 with an initial grant of $100,000, the Ohio University Student Equity Management Group has grown to become a Top 25 student-run investment group in the United States.

Welcome to OUSEMG.

$13M in Assets

25 Current Students

100% Job Placement

Made to Outperform.

Our Top Down, Bottom Up approach to investing gives us the upper hand in long-term fundamental equity stock picking. Our fundamental approach combined with new quantitative innovation seeks to outperform the S&P 500.

Group and Alumni Placement

“Across all of my experiences at Ohio University, OUSEMG clearly sticks out as the best opportunity where you can truly learn through experience. I have grown leaps and bounds due to the opportunities that this group has to offer and I would recommend the group to anyone looking to better themselves during college.”

-Natalie Stibley, Head Analyst

“OUSEMG has been the best opportunity to grow by surrounding myself with the greatest minds in finance at Ohio University!”

-Ben Poole, Portfolio Manager

“OUSEMG rivals any student-run investment group across the country. It's a truly invaluable experience that has given me lifelong friendships and an unparalleled experience within finance.”

-Jake Loper, Head Trader

Think you’ve got what it takes?

Fall 2026 applications are now open until midnight on September 15th!

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