The Global Entrepreneurship Development Program is a collection of short term and summer programs for undergraduate and graduate students, where they can develop their own entrepreneurial ventures or businesses, enhance them in collaboration with international partners and pitch them in International Pitch Competitions.
Global Initiatives Offered
Join us in Rome, Italy or Porto, Portugal, Summer 2025
The European Innovation Academy is among the most prestigious International programs for young entrepreneurs.
The program will be offered in person in Porto, Portugal from July 20, 2025 - August 8, 2025 or in Rome, Italy July 27, 2025 - August 15, 2025, with the final location TBD. This accelerator program provides a real-world, immersive experience in an international and multidisciplinary community, equipping participants with the skills to develop and launch innovative ventures. Stay tuned for updates on the final location and application details!
The Collins College will offer scholarships (a $3000 value opportunity) to attend the program to selected students wanting to turn their entrepreneurial ideas into reality. Additional scholarships for housing may also be available.
The program will allow you to meet and learn from entrepreneurs and venture capitalists from companies like Amazon, Google, and Uber, while boosting your CV with real-world startup projects.
CCPS Students Only: You will earn 3 academic credits that you can transfer for free towards several Entrepreneurship classes at the Collins College of Professional Studies.
For more information, see the EIA website: https://www.inacademy.eu/portugal/
Deadline to apply: March 2, 2025
Click here to apply!
For inquiry, contact Maria Rappa, rappam@stjohns.edu
