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Entrepreneurship in the Global Economy @ Duke University
Overview
A one-week residential program at Duke University for high school students exploring economics principles and entrepreneurship through professor lectures, corporate guest speakers, business planning simulations, and practical activities.
At a glance
Sessions
Jul1 wk sessions
Formats
Residential
Location
Durham, NC
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $2,800
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Selective admission; only one student per high school admitted to a given site; decisions made approximately 3 weeks after complete application submission
Application requirements
Personal Insight Questions
3 personal insight questions
Letter of Recommendation
From counselor, teacher, coach, or other adult
Transcripts
Complete high school transcripts (unofficial acceptable; must show all courses and grades including current year in-progress)
Application Fee
$35 non-refundable application processing fee
English Language Proficiency (International Students)
TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo results required for international students unless from all-English instruction school
Cost & sessions
Tuition $2,800 includes room, board, and meals; students responsible for transportation. Scholarships available ranging from $100–$2,000 based on financial need, leadership, and academic achievement; limited to US citizens/residents. Optional college credit approximately $390 when available (not available Summer 2026 due to cyberattack). 50% refund if canceled by May 15.
Financial aid
Scholarships of $100–$2,000 available based on financial need, leadership activities, and academic/extracurricular achievement. Limited to US citizens and residents. Full-tuition scholarships extremely rare. Each student eligible for scholarship funding for only one FTE program during high school career. Award notifications approximately 3 weeks after complete application submission.
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