Important! This program is not being offered in summer 2013, but will be back in 2014. Please check back next year. Thank you.

Come to Alfred University this summer to learn how to become a successful entrepreneur!

The Program
This exciting co-ed, overnight summer camp provides students with inside information about new business development in a dynamic environment of small group activities led by top quality faculty from the College of Business at Alfred University. Check-out comments from past students.

This is a fast-paced program that starts with idea generation and evaluation and moves through the business development stages to preparation of a business plan and presentation of the plan. The emphasis is on experiencing the whole process of making a great business idea into a new business product or service.

Students will participate in sessions on:

• Creativity and Innovation
  
  
• Developing a Business Plan
  
  
• Using the Internet as a Business Tool
  
  
• The Art of Presenting Using PowerPoint

Who Can Attend?
We welcome applications from students entering grades 10-12 who wish to learn more about entrepreneurship and the world of business, sample life on a college campus, and meet others with similar interests.

Schedule
Students attend classes during the day and enjoy recreational activities in the evening. View a sample weekly schedule. Further information, including a detailed program schedule and driving directions to campus, will be sent to all students upon acceptance.

Faculty
Ms. Maeghen MacDonald, Assistant Dean of the College of Business, serves as Institute Director. Our distinguished program faculty includes Mr. Frank Duserick and Dr. Theresa Gunn.

View the AU Summer Academic Camps video

Activities
When not in class, students have lots of fun participating in recreational activities. Living, dining and learning together, they have ample opportunity to get to know each other well and develop lasting friendships. Sample activities include:

• Ice-breaker games on the first night to help everyone get acquainted
  
  
• Movies in Nevins Theater
  
  
• Visiting a nearby lake for picnics and campfires
  
  
• Outdoor games such as "Capture the Flag" and "Ultimate Frisbee"
  
  
• Indoor games such as "Who Wants to be a Millionaire," ping pong, board games, basketball, etc.
  
  
• Social gatherings with refreshments & music in the Knight Club
  
  
• Relaxing and socializing at the Terra Cotta Coffee House
  
  
• Farewell party on the last night

Supervision
When students are not in class, they are supervised by specially-trained Resident Directors (RDs) and Resident Assistants (RAs) who serve as camp counselors, positive role models, mentors and friends. In order to ensure everyone has a safe, healthy and enjoyable time on campus, summer students are expected to abide by the University's summer programs rules & regulations.

Housing and Meals
Students stay in secure University residence halls dedicated to summer campers (2 per room) and must bring their own pillows, blankets and bed/bath linens for the week (bed linens must fit the extra-long twin residence hall beds). Males and females are housed in separate halls. Resident Directors and Resident Assistants will be on-site in the residence halls at all times. Laundry facilities are available in each hall at no charge.

Delicious, all-you-can-eat, cafeteria-style meals are served in the campus dining hall. Our Dining Services chefs do an excellent job in accommodating campers with food allergies and other special requirements.

Tuition, Room and Board
Participants will arrive between 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. for registration on Sunday and leave after lunch on Thursday. The institute fee is $850 (includes a non-refundable $100 deposit). This covers tuition, supervision, program materials, recreational activities, room and board from dinner on the first day through lunch on the last day.

The $100 deposit must be submitted with the application. Full payment of the balance is due May 25, 2012. Payment can be made by check* or credit card.

(Commuter Rate: Students living locally who wish to attend this institute as commuters may do so. The commuter rate, which includes tuition, daytime classes, program materials and lunch, is $595. Evening recreational activities are not included. Students who wish to commute must check in at registration on Sunday and arrive on campus by 9:00 a.m. for classes Monday-Thursday. They must be picked up no later than 5:00 p.m. each day, except Thursday, when pick-up time is 1:00 p.m. Please be sure to check the "Commuter" box on the application form.)

*There will be a $30 charge for checks returned for insufficient funds.

Financial Aid
Sorry, there are no scholarships or other forms of financial aid available for campers in any of our summer programs.

How to Apply
This program is not being offered in 2013. Please check back next year.

• A completed application form
  
  
• A copy of an up-to-date transcript (to January 2012) or most recent report card
  
  
• Two letters of recommendation from teachers (on official school stationery)
  
  
• A one-page essay telling us why you would like to attend this institute (in your own words, with your signature at the bottom)
  
  
• A $100 deposit (non-refundable unless student is not accepted into the program).

Send to: Office of Summer Programs, Alfred University, Saxon Drive, Alfred, NY 14802 or fax to 607.871.2045, or scan and send to us via email.

Acceptance Procedure
The Institute Admissions Committee will evaluate all applications after the April 13 deadline and determine which students will be accepted. Acceptance notifications will be provided via email and letter by April 27. If you require an earlier decision, please indicate this by including a note with your application form. (Students who apply after April 27 will receive notification within 1 week after we receive their application materials.)

Accepted students will receive, along with the acceptance letter, additional materials including medical forms, liability releases, emergency notification forms, etc. These materials must be filled out as soon as possible and must be back in our hands by the due date indicated in the acceptance letter. Updated immunization information (including dates) is also required at that time. (If you do not have updated immunization information on hand, you may want to acquire this from your physician now to avoid processing delays.)

Cancellation Policy
Refunds, less the $100 non-refundable deposit, will be made for cancellations received by June 1. 50% refunds will be made for cancellations received from June 2-15. We cannot make refunds to students who cancel after June 15 because we must hire staff, purchase materials, arrange for meals and confirm classroom and housing space long before the start of our summer programs. We base all of these arrangements on the number of students accepted into each camp or institute and cannot make changes after contracts are signed and commitments are made.

Questions?
For further general information contact the Office of Summer Programs via email or by calling us at 607.871.2612.

For specific information concerning class content please contact Ms. Maeghen MacDonald at 607.871.2630 or via email.

Comments from Past Participants

• “All of the classes were excellent and the teachers were very excited about their topics. It was a great overview of entrepreneurship - the topics chosen were relevant and interesting. It was well done. You could tell that the University cared about whether or not we were happy here.” - Santhi H., Hornell, NY
  
  
• “The best thing about the institute was meeting new people and learning about becoming an entrepreneur. The teachers were cool and the classes were very interesting. They taught us a lot!” - Jamarr M., Rochester, NY
  
  
• "The program was very beneficial and hands-on.”- Jacquie L., Manchester, NH
  
  
• “The professors were interesting, helpful and fun!”- Marie M., Andover, NY
  
  
• "Everything was lovely. Nice environment and friendly people. My favorite thing was working together as teams. I learned all of the positive aspects of entrepreneurship and various tips to start my business at a young age." - Carrisa A., Clayton, DE
  
  
• "The marketing class was the one that clicked with my interests. I realized the true power of marketing in the business world. I also thought the idea generation and financial reports were very helpful and gave me skills I will use again." - Kyle B., Sao Paulo, Brazil
  
  
• "I learned many ways to make a business better and successful. Everything was excellent!" - Kelsey D., Wellsville, NY
  
  
• "I liked the class on Internet Marketing. You need this information in today's world. Very well taught!" - Kyle K., East Amherst, NY

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About Alfred
Alfred University is located in the peaceful village of Alfred in Western New York State, where summer days are warm and nights are cool and comfortable. Surrounded by rolling hills and beautiful meadows and valleys, Alfred University is the perfect place to spend an enjoyable week learning more about your favorite subject and meeting other students who share your interests!

The campus, a 6-hour drive from New York City, 2 hours from Buffalo and 1 1/4 hours from Rochester, is easily accessible by car or bus from all directions and is located just five miles south of Interstate 86. The nearest major airport is the Rochester International Airport (about 65 miles north). Transportation to and from that airport can be provided for an additional charge if we receive your request by the date indicated in your acceptance notification. After that date students must make their own arrangements with an airport limo service.

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Program Cancellation: The University may cancel any course or activity at any time because of insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances. If a program is canceled or postponed, the University will refund registration fees, but cannot be held responsible for other costs, charges, or expenses, including cancellation/change charges assessed by airlines or travel agencies.

AU Policy Against Discrimination: Whether considering candidates for admission or financial aid, applicants for employment or the management of its policies and school-administered programs, Alfred University does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, or disability. Alfred University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.