The Wisconsin School of Business (WSB) Precollege Programs provide both school-year workshops and summer camps designed to help high school students deepen their interest in business.
Your application will be considered for one of the 2 following programs, according to your current grade level.
Business Basics: 4-day, in-person program designed for current 8th and 9th grade students. Participants will explore undergraduate programs at the Wisconsin School of Business (WSB) while developing key skills in communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking through an entrepreneurial challenge. Students will also have the opportunity to meet WSB professors and staff, engage in hands-on activities, and build personal, professional, and community connections.
Junior Business Badgers: 4-day, in-person program for current 10th and 11th grade students, with the possibility of offsite job-shadow experiences. Participants will explore various business career pathways and reflect on their personal identity through a guided essay workshop. The camp includes career networking events, field trips to local businesses, and insights into career development services at the Wisconsin School of Business, culminating in a project according to the field.
Workshop Fee: Upon receiving acceptance to Precollege Summer Camp, parents/guardians must provide additional student information, sign activity waivers and provide payment for the enrollment fee. Enrollment fee will be a tiered pricing model with a range between $25 and $100. Parents/Guardians can choose to pay what they can. Financial assistance may be available for families who are unable to pay this fee. Enrollment fees collected will help offset the cost of precollege summer camp expenses.
Please adhere to the following application timeline.
Application Timeline:
- December 1st - April 30th: Submit Summer Camp Application materials. Materials include online application and short question response. Acceptance to workshop will be offered on a rolling basis.
- May 15th: Deadline to complete waivers and pay workshop fee
Questions? Please contact the WSB Precollege Programs team at wsbprecollege@wsb.wisc.edu.