Wharton Moneyball Academy

The **Wharton Moneyball Academy** is an intensive summer program for high school students interested in the intersection of **sports, data analytics, and business**. Taught by **Wharton faculty and instructors**, the program introduces participants to key concepts in **statistics, probability, programming, and predictive modeling**, all applied to real sports data. Students gain hands-on experience working with datasets, writing code, and building models to analyze player performance, team strategy, and other sports-related questions. This program is a strong fit for students who: - Enjoy **math, statistics, or computer science** - Follow sports and are curious about the numbers behind performance - Are considering college majors in **business, economics, data science, statistics, or sports management** Participants develop practical skills in **coding, quantitative reasoning, and data-driven decision-making**, as well as experience working on structured analytical projects. These experiences can be valuable for **college applications**, demonstrating readiness for rigorous coursework, interest in applied analytics, and the ability to work with real-world data. Completing the program can help students speak concretely in essays and interviews about specific projects, tools, and methods they have used, especially within the context of a respected university setting.