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Students
The Polsky Center connects University of Chicago College, Booth School of Business, and PhD students with co-curricular programs, experiential learning, mentorship, funding, and venture support.
Whether you are building a startup, interested in venture capital or private equity, commercializing research, or exploring how entrepreneurship can shape your career, the Polsky Center has the resources to get you started.
Explore entrepreneurship, build practical skills, and connect with programs that help you test ideas, launch ventures, and gain real-world experience.
Access venture support, investment education, and hands-on opportunities to build companies, invest in startups, and pursue entrepreneurial careers.
Translate research and technical expertise into real-world impact through commercialization support, startup programming, mentorship, and funding.
Find a mentor
Book one-on-one meetings with industry experts and experienced entrepreneurs and investors.
Form a team
Connect with other students who are building startups across campus.
Build your startup
Access programming and funding to launch and grow your startup.
Featured Programs
New Venture Challenge
Launch and grow a company through the University’s nationally recognized startup accelerator program with specialized tracks for undergraduate, Chicago Booth, and Executive MBA students.
Build and Launch Summer Accelerators
Spend the summer advancing your startup through immersive programming designed to help founders at different stages.
Collaboratorium
Showcase your research, technology, or ideas and develop a better understanding of the next steps to pursue a business opportunity.
All Student Events
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UChicago Tech Ventures Demo Day
The UChicago Tech Ventures Demo Day, hosted by the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, is a signature event highlighting the next generation…