On-Campus Programs

Dive into business on an Ivy League campus with Wharton instructors and exceptional peers.

Wharton Global Youth On-Campus Programs are immersive, pre-collegiate experiences for students currently enrolled in grades 9–11. Led by Wharton faculty and instructional staff, these programs explore topics driven by Wharton research and teaching. Students get the chance to engage with our rigorous business education while studying and networking with global peers, all before they head to college.

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“The invaluable advice from professors and speakers, the busy cacophony of the Houston Market during lunchtime, and the unforgettable weekend hangouts with my newfound friends – those were what made the two weeks at Wharton priceless.”

– YIHAN T., WASHINGTON, USA

Programs

Program Comparison Chart

PROGRAMDURATIONLOCATIONPREREQUISITESPARTICIPANTSPROGRAM DATES
Essentials of Entrepreneurship
(venture creation, business development, entrepreneurship)
2 WeeksPhiladelphia, PA, USAInterest in business, entrepreneurship and/or product design.Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniorsSession 1: June 8 - June 21, 2025

Session 2: June 22 - July 4, 2025

Session 3: July 13 - July 26, 2025

Session 4: July 27 - August 9, 2025

Essentials of Finance
(finance, accounting, economics, investing)
2 WeeksPhiladelphia, PA, USADemonstrated experience within business, economics, and/or finance is highly recommended.Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniorsSession 1: June 8 - June 21, 2025

Session 2: June 22 - July 4, 2025

Session 3: July 13 - July 26, 2025

Session 4: July 27 - August 9, 2025

Leadership in the Business World
(leadership, management, organizational strategy, teamwork, operations)
3 WeeksPhiladelphia, PA, USADemonstrated academic excellence and leadership roles in academic and/or extracurricular settings.Rising seniorsSession 1: June 8 - June 21, 2025

Session 2: June 29 - July 19, 2025

Session 3: July 20 - August 9, 2025

Data Science Academy
(data science, machine learning, programming, analytics, statistics)
3 WeeksPhiladelphia, PA, USADemonstrated high level math and/or data analytics in academic courses and/or extracurricular experiences. Previous understanding of statistics is preferred.Rising juniors and seniorsJuly 13 - August 2, 2025
Moneyball Academy
(sports analytics, statistics, programming, data analysis)
3 WeeksPhiladelphia, PA, USADemonstrated high level math and/or data analytics in academic courses and/or extracurricular experiences. Previous understanding of statistics and an interest in sports is preferred.Rising juniors and seniorsJuly 6 - July 26, 2025
Management & Technology Summer Institute
(engineering, entrepreneurship, management)
3 WeeksPhiladelphia, PA, USADemonstrated academic excellence and leadership roles in academic and/or extracurricular settings.Rising seniors and (select) rising juniorsJuly 6 - July 26, 2025
Product Design Academy
(design thinking, prototyping, go-to-market strategy)
3 WeeksPhiladelphia, PA, USANo formal prerequisites required. Interest in product design or the intersection of art and business, and/or experience with CAD is preferred.Rising juniors and seniorsJune 8 - June 28, 2025

Hear from the Students

Curious about Wharton Global Youth Programs? See what past participants have to say about lessons learned and connections made.