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Babson Idea Generation Experience

Create innovative, real-world solutions to social, economic, and environmental issues in a collaborative and challenging environment. Develop and expand your passion for making a difference in the world.
Classroom sessions provide a lively environment to explore and approach world problems through the lens of Entrepreneurial Thought and Action. Be inspired by innovative business leaders and real-world examples both through lectures and site visits. You will then work in groups to develop small-scale, implementable solutions to specific issues and compete by pitching your action plans.

Weekdays consist of structured classroom activities, team project time, and meetings with industry professionals. During the weekends, you will participate in community service projects and explore the nation’s greatest college city, Boston.

Dates: July 9 - August 10, 2012
For: Rising High School Juniors and Seniors
Residential: Yes
Credits: 4
Cost: $7,400

 

Apply Now!

The application deadline HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO April 15, 2012.  Summer Study practices rolling admission.

  • Application Form

    • It is recommended that you complete the form once you have started it to ensure you do not lose your data. See a sample application here.

    • Please be prepared to include your essay in the application form.  There is no word requirement for this essay. Please spend as much time as you need to share your thoughts.

    • Essay Question: 

      • Part 1: Why are you interested in Summer Study for High School Students: Babson Idea Generation and what experience have prepared you for the rigors of this college experience?

      • Part 2: Both tracks of Summer Study for High School Students practice Babson's unique method of Entrepreneurial Thought and Action. Share with us what being an entrepreneur means to you.

  • Counselor Recommendation 

    • Please have your school administrator or counselor complete this recommendation form.

  • Transcript

    • Please have a school administrator or counselor mail, fax or email a copy of your high school/secondary school transcript to:

      • Nicole Smith, Hollister Hall 224, Babson College, 231 Forest Street, Babson Park, MA 02457

      • nsmith4@babson.edu

      • Fax: 781-239-5535

  • Application Fee of $50

  • Financial Aid

 

 Contact Us

 
Contact Nicole Smith, Academic Summer Programs Coordinator for more information.
Alexandria Henderson ’16

“I never imagined I would get my own business started in my short time at Babson, but that just shows how much I can accomplish. It was truly a life-changing experience.”

— Alexandria Henderson
Summer Study ’11,
Babson College ’16