Leadership in the Business World (LBW) at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is an intensive summer program for a select group of rising seniors who want an introduction to a top-notch undergraduate business education and the opportunity to hone their leadership, teamwork, and communication skills. Designed to provide students with a glimpse of Wharton’s undergraduate curriculum, LBW offers opportunities to learn about leadership in 21st century organizations through a dynamic and rigorous mix of classes with Wharton professors and business leaders, real-time business simulations, and team-building activities.
Each summer, LBW students:
- Attend lectures and presentations from outstanding Wharton faculty and guest speakers
- Participate in classroom discussions about core business subjects, including research-based theories of leadership and teamwork
- Practically apply real-world business practices through Wharton Interactive’s digital simulations and case competitions
- Conduct research on business enterprises and speak with successful leaders across the industries of finance, entrepreneurship, entertainment, real estate, retail, and more
Location(s)
- University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Schedule
- Session I: Three weeks in June
- Session II: Three weeks from late June to mid July
- Session III: Three weeks from mid July to early August
Cost/Compensation
- $10,999
Eligibility Requirements
- High school students currently enrolled in grade 11 with demonstrated leadership experience and academic excellence of a 3.5 unweighted GPA or higher. International applicants are welcome.
Deadline
- Priority deadline: Late January
- Final deadline: Early April
Application or Entry Requirements
- Completed online application
- Transcript
- One teacher, counselor, or advisor recommendation
- Short answer essays
- English proficiency scores for non-native speakers
- Standardized test scores (optional)
Notifications of Decisions
- Priority decisions: Mid March
- Final decisions: Late April
Financial Aid Details
- The Wharton Global Youth Program is committed to supporting academically ambitious students with demonstrated financial need. Through a variety of need-based scholarships and financial awards, we are able to provide full or partial funding for a select number of eligible program participants.
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The Wharton School of Business is a private Ivy League business school located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Part of the University of Pennsylvania, the school is known for its rigorous and prestigious academic programs in business, finance, and management. Wharton offers a variety of degree programs, including a Bachelor of Science in Economics, an MBA, and PhD programs in business and management. The school is also home to more than 100 research centers and initiatives that focus on topics ranging from finance and entrepreneurship to healthcare and social impact.
