UC Davis Pre-College: Emerging Leaders in Business
Do you dream of starting your own business? Are you ready to find out if you’ve got what it takes? Spend your summer preparing for today’s fast-paced business landscape.
This immersive program introduces high school students to the world of entrepreneurship through hands-on experiences, expert-led workshops, and real-world business challenges. You’ll learn the fundamentals of launching and growing a business while engaging directly with successful entrepreneurs, industry professionals, and faculty mentors.
Through interactive sessions, collaborative projects and guided visits to local startups and innovation hubs, you’ll explore topics such as business strategy, finance, business models and the emerging technologies shaping the future of commerce. Designed to spark creativity and empower the next generation of innovators, this program offers a supportive and inspiring environment where students can transform ideas into actionable plans. By the end of the program, you’ll explore practical skills, have real-life interactions with local businesses, and build the confidence needed to take the next step as a leader in business.
Location
Section Notes
July 6 - Check-in and Orientation
July 7 - 17th - Program Instruction
Enrollment Policies
Please review the application process before beginning your application!
A total of $100 is due in order to complete your online application.
Applications will be reviewed within 3-5 business days.
Once your application has been approved, you will receive a notification with further details to complete your enrollment.
Total Program cost: $5,995
Commuter Option: $4,995
An initial payment of $1500 will be required during enrollment to hold your place in the program.
Final payments are due by 5:00 pm (PST) May 28, 2027