Summer Venture in Business
Overview
The Summer Venture in Business (SVB) is a pre-college summer academy housed in the University of Kansas School of Business for high school students who are interested in the field of business.
The goal of this program is to familiarize high school students with aspects of the college experience in and out of the classroom. It will serve as a pipeline program for students to access academic resources and opportunities at KU. In addition to exposing participants to business topics, the SVB aims to equip students with the tools and knowledge for applying to the university, succeeding in college and prospering in their careers.
Tentative 2025 Summer Venture in Business dates
The KU School of Business plans to offer the 2025 Summer Venture in Business in two sessions:
- June 15–20
- July 13–18
Rising 11th- and 12th-grade students are eligible to apply.
The KU School of Business gives priority to those in these populations:
- Students who would be the first in their family to attend college or a first-generation college student,
- Students who are currently attending Title I schools,
- Students who are currently attending rural schools,
- Students from the state of Kansas and the Greater Kansas City area,
- Rising high school juniors and seniors,
- Minimum high school GPA of 2.75+.
There is no cost to participate in this program.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend University of Kansas sponsored events. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this event, please contact the School of Business Impact Programs team at bschoolimpact@ku.edu.
Frequently asked questions
The Summer Venture in Business program is excited to accept prospective Jayhawks from an array of locations across the United States. SVB does not cover any travel costs, and it is the responsibility of the participant’s family to plan their travel to and from the University of Kansas.
SVB participants spend majority of the day in Capitol Federal Hall, and it can get cold in the building, so be mindful to bring what you need to be comfortable and attentive during the day.
Temperatures in Kansas during June average between 80-90 degrees. Participants will be expected to walk campus to travel between buildings.
Linens, blankets and towels will be provided, but feel free to bring your own if you would prefer. Participants are not required to bring any electronic devices (laptops, tablets, etc.) and if you do bring any of these items, you are encouraged to keep them locked in your residence hall room.
Suggested items to pack:
- Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, sunscreen, etc.)
- Phone/phone charger
- Weather appropriate attire (shorts, T-shirts, light jacket, etc.)
- Jacket/sweatshirt to have in Capitol Federal Hall
- Comfortable shoes for walking
- Closed-toe, closed-heel shoes for industry tour
- Umbrella/rain jacket
- Medications (as necessary)
All students that are accepted into the Summer Venture in Business program receive a scholarship that covers program costs (housing, dining, program materials, etc.)
All participants will be housed in a university residence hall located on KU's beautiful campus and near the School of Business. Students will be paired with a roommate of the same gender and live on the same floor of the residence hall with on-site housing staff.
Participants will eat at a campus dining facility close to their residence hall. Because students will walk between program sessions, comfortable shoes are recommended.
- Academic sessions with KU School of Business faculty
- Workshops with internal and external campus partners
- Industry tour with SVB corporate sponsors
- Panels with current students and alumni
- Campus tour
- Evening activities led by SVB mentors