Work with seasoned entrepreneurs, start a business, and learn how to make a profit with a purpose — all before graduating high school.

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It's never too early to think like a business person. Our pre-college programs help high school students foster an entrepreneurial mindset and get a taste of what the Busch School of Business has to offer.

 

 

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## Dual Enrollment Program

Take college-level business courses and earn credits before graduating from high school. The courses cover topics such as information management, entrepreneurship, management, communications, and accounting.

 

- [ About the Program  ](/programs-admission/pre-college-programs/dual-enrollment-program)
 
 

 

 

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## The Startup Venture Challenge

An intensive 10 week challenge for high schoolers where you will be guided through the process of identifying, developing, and launching a business.

 

- [ Start the challenge  ](/programs-admission/pre-college-programs/startup-venture-challenge-pre-college-business-program)
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

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