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    Middle School Summer Business Program
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    Middle School Summer Business Program

    by National Student Leadership Conference

    A six-day, hands-on introduction to entrepreneurship, marketing and leadership through team workshops, campus life and educational trips.

    Last verified: 4 Aug 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    Middle School Summer Business Program at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Applications open

    Eligibility

    Current Grades 6-8

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 11-14

    Location / Region

    San Francisco

    Cost

    $2,695

    Duration

    6 days

    Format

    In-person

    Application deadline

    Rolling · Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

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    Business & EconomicsEntrepreneurship
    Accommodation: Campus dormitory
    Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
    Campus experience: Workshops, trips and tours
    Leadership curriculum: Included

    Middle School Summer Business Program summary

    Students explore how ideas become products through workshops in entrepreneurship, marketing, advertising and brand communication.

    Teams identify consumer needs, develop a business concept and present their idea, combining practical business thinking with communication practice.

    Leadership workshops, college-campus life and educational trips make this broader than a classroom-only business course.

    What is Middle School Summer Business Program?

    Business is an immersive National Student Leadership Conference program introducing middle school students to entrepreneurship, marketing and pricing strategy. Students work in teams to turn an idea into a product concept and consider how brands connect with customers.

    The practical experience includes business simulations, leadership workshops and a final concept presentation. Campus life and location-specific trips add social and career-exploration elements to the academic work.

    Why Succeed highlights Middle School Summer Business Program

    • The program moves from product ideation to marketing and presentation, giving the workshops a clear practical arc.

    • Students respond to realistic brand challenges, including audience targeting, advertising and social media communication.

    • A dedicated leadership curriculum develops communication, listening, empathy and goal-setting alongside business knowledge.

    • Residential and commuter routes give families two ways to access the same full-day campus experience.

    • Location-specific business and cultural trips connect workshop learning with organisations and landmarks.

    Who is Middle School Summer Business Program for?

    Best for

    Curious middle school students who enjoy teamwork, creative problem-solving and presenting ideas, even if they have not studied business before.

    Not ideal if

    You want advanced finance theory, formal qualifications or a quiet, lecture-led course with little group work.

    Is Middle School Summer Business Program worth it?

    It can be worthwhile for a younger student who wants a structured first look at entrepreneurship while building confidence in teamwork and presentation. The combination of workshops, leadership activities and campus life offers more variety than a short classroom course.

    The limitation is cost: the experience is intensive but brief, and it does not provide a formal business qualification. Families should compare the residential and commuter options, scholarship prospects and the value of travel before committing.

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    Cost and what is included

    $2,695; includes Housing for residential students, Breakfast, lunch and dinner, Course materials and academic expenses, Trips, tours and activities, Off-campus event transportation.

    Accommodation

    Campus dormitory

    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    6 days; San Francisco.

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    How much preparation does Middle School Summer Business Program need?

    Effort level

    Moderate to high during the six-day program.

    Best started

    Begin planning six to eight weeks before a preferred session, allowing time for enrollment, travel and payment arrangements.

    Main challenge

    Developing and presenting a coherent business idea as a team.

    Typical preparation

    • Think of a product or service you admire and identify its target customer.

    • Practise explaining one idea clearly in under two minutes.

    • Discuss whether residential or commuter attendance works best for your family.

    • Review travel arrangements, dietary needs and scholarship timing early.

    Useful if

    You can contribute ideas, listen to others and speak to a group.

    What do students do on Middle School Summer Business Program?

    Students work through a practical business-development sequence while also completing leadership workshops and taking part in campus and off-campus activities.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Identify a gap in the marketplace and propose a product idea.

    2. 2

      Define the target audience and adapt the product to customer needs.

    3. 3

      Develop persuasive advertising for the new product.

    4. 4

      Respond to simulated social media activity for the brand.

    5. 5

      Collaborate on a business concept and present it to others.

    6. 6

      Complete leadership workshops on communication, listening, empathy and goals.

    7. 7

      Join location-specific educational and cultural trips.

    Middle School Summer Business Program dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Applications

    Rolling admissions

    Accepted while space or waitlist places remain

    Reference date

    Application deadline

    27 July 2026

    Reference date

    American University — Residential — 16-21 June 2026

    16-21 June 2026

    Reference date

    American University — Residential — 26 June-1 July 2026

    26 June-1 July 2026

    Reference date

    American University — Residential — 5-10 July 2026

    5-10 July 2026

    Reference date

    University of California, Berkeley — Residential — 13-18 July 2026

    13-18 July 2026

    Reference date

    University of California, Berkeley — Residential — 22-27 July 2026

    22-27 July 2026

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • At least 11 years old

    • Currently enrolled in Grade 6, 7 or 8

    • Academic excellence and leadership ability encouraged

    • Current eighth graders attend middle school programs only

    How much does Middle School Summer Business Program cost?

    Program fee

    $2,695; $3,095 — Commuter; residential

    Funding or discounts

    • Scholarships: Usually $500-$1,000 — Financial need required
    • Payment plan: Monthly payments

    What's included

    Housing for residential students, Breakfast, lunch and dinner, Course materials and academic expenses, Trips, tours and activities, Off-campus event transportation

    How to apply to Middle School Summer Business Program

    1. 1

      Open the official online enrollment portal.

    2. 2

      Create or retrieve an NSLC ID.

    3. 3

      Enter the student's birth date, gender and current grade.

    4. 4

      Choose an available Business session and attendance option.

    5. 5

      Complete the online enrollment details.

    6. 6

      Pay the required deposit by card, or arrange payment by check.

    7. 7

      Apply separately for financial assistance after enrollment if needed.

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    What does Middle School Summer Business Program cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Product ideation

    Recognise marketplace gaps and design ideas around real consumer needs.

    Marketing strategy

    Define a target audience and align a product with its preferences.

    Advertising

    Create persuasive campaigns that communicate a product's appeal.

    Brand communication

    Practise public relations through simulated social media responses.

    Leadership

    Build communication, listening, empathy and goal-setting skills.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Middle School Summer Business Program?

    A typical day during the program.

    Commuter check in

    Commuter students check in on campus each morning.

    Program day

    Students take part in academic, leadership, meal and activity sessions.

    Commuter check out

    Commuter students leave campus after the day's activities.

    Who teaches on Middle School Summer Business Program?

    Students work in smaller groups accompanied by dedicated Team Advisors during program activities. The program also connects academic exploration with professional insight, though individual business instructors are not named.

    Team Advisors also serve as Resident Advisors for overnight supervision.

    Where do students stay on Middle School Summer Business Program?

    Residential plan

    • Campus dormitory: Students live in supervised university housing with one or two roommates.
    • Overnight supervision: Resident Advisors live on student floors and the front desk is monitored continuously.
    • Campus meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available through campus dining.

    Non-residential plan

    • Daily attendance: Commuter students attend from morning check-in through evening check-out.
    • Commuter meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included each day.

    Commuter tuition does not include housing; travel to and from the program is separate.

    What happens after Middle School Summer Business Program?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Use the experience to decide whether business subjects interest you.

    Build examples of teamwork and communication for future applications.

    Develop confidence presenting ideas to a group.

    Apply leadership skills within school or community activities.

    Progress later to more specialised entrepreneurship, finance or marketing study.

    The program does not state a formal qualification or middle-school college-credit option.

    Where does Middle School Summer Business Program take place?

    The latest verified program ran at American University in Washington, DC, and the University of California, Berkeley in the San Francisco Bay Area. Students learn on a university campus and join location-specific educational and cultural trips.

    The next cycle's campuses have not yet been announced.

    Middle School Summer Business Program FAQs

    Students work on entrepreneurship, product ideation, pricing strategy, target audiences, advertising, social media and public relations.

    No prior business course is stated as a requirement. The program introduces core ideas through practical middle-school-level workshops.

    Students can choose residential or commuter attendance. Residential students live in supervised campus dormitories, while commuters check in each morning and leave in the evening.

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available through campus dining services for both residential and commuter students.

    Tuition includes applicable housing, on-campus meals, course materials, academic expenses, trips, tours, activities and off-campus event transportation.

    Team Advisors accompany smaller activity groups and also serve as Resident Advisors. Residential floors and dormitory access are supervised.

    Campus dining services can accommodate dietary allergies and restrictions when families record the student's needs in their profile.

    Financial assistance is available through a separate scholarship process for enrolled students who demonstrate financial need. Academic achievement and school or community involvement are also considered.

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    • JNSLC-BUSI CA by NSLC - Flipsnack
    • JNSLC-BUSI AU by NSLC - Flipsnack
    • NSLC Enrollment Portal
    • Discover Top Summer Programs in San Francisco for Students
    • Discover Summer Programs in Washington DC: Enroll Now!
    • Youth Leadership Programs | National Student Leadership Conference
    • Frequently Asked Questions | National Student Leadership Conference
    • Summer Program Scholarships | National Student Leadership Conference
    • Middle School Summer Business Programs | National Student Leadership Conference

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