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Students
The Polsky Center connects University of Chicago College, Master’s, 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
Meet with industry experts, experienced entrepreneurs, and investors.
Form a team
Connect with other students who are building startups across campus.
Fund your startup
Explore funding opportunities to launch and grow your startup.
Access in-kind resources
Access free and discounted resources from external organizations.
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.
Upcoming Events and Deadlines
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Polsky Center and Rustandy Center Open House
Join us for an open house event to learn about programming and other resources available at the Polsky Center and Rustandy Center.
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Fall 2026 Collaboratorium
The Collaboratorium unites business students and scientists from leading Midwestern universities to form entrepreneurial teams and turn breakthrough ideas into real-world impact. Founded…
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Lunch and Learn with CEO of CCC Intelligent Solutions, Githesh Ramamurthy
Join this Lunch and Learn with CCC Intelligent Solutions CEO Githesh Ramamurthy as he discusses his career path and shares insights from his…
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Application Deadline: LBO Modeling Bootcamp for Booth Students
The Leveraged Buyout (LBO) Modeling Bootcamp is an intensive two-day program designed to introduce Chicago Booth students to the essential financial modeling and…