About Us

Schoolyard Ventures partners with some of the world’s top universities to offer rigorous, college-level entrepreneurial programs to ambitious high school students.

Please note: Schoolyard Ventures does not currently offer open enrollment programs.

Our Philosophy

Entrepreneurship is much more than merely learning how to start a business. It’s a mindset—a problem-solving framework fueled by creativity and grit—that can be applied to any number of situations and opportunities, and it’s fundamental to success in school, career, and life.

 
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Success in School

Successful college applicants differentiate themselves by demonstrating authentic interest and achievement. Our students pursue intrinsic, real-world learning, which allows them to speak authentically from a unique perspective.

 
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Success in Career

Regardless of whether students want to make entrepreneurship their career, they can benefit from the skills of successful entrepreneurs. An entrepreneurial mindset is value creation mindset and can help students stand out in internship and job interviews.

 
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Success in Life

We help teens discover passion and purpose, and we equip them with the skills and confidence they need to create value in the world. We show them how to harness their potential and to create real social impact.