Point SPARK: Entrepreneurship Ignite your entrepreneurial spirit this summer at Point Park University!
Monday, June 29 - Wednesday, July 1, 2026 |
Resident & Commuter Options
Point SPARK: Summer Program for Aspiring Rising entrepreneurs and Knowledge-seeking high school students is an immersive three-day camp designed to ignite the entrepreneurial spirit and foster innovation among high school students. Through hands-on workshops, interactive activities, and mentorship sessions, participants will embark on a journey of exploration, creativity, and collaboration. Hosted by industry experts and successful entrepreneurs, SPARK provides a supportive environment where students can discover their passion for entrepreneurship, develop essential skills, and gain valuable insights into launching their own ventures. From ideation to pitch preparation, SPARK offers a unique opportunity for students to unleash their potential, build confidence, and become future leaders in the world of business.
To participate in this exciting program, students must be entering grades 9-12 as of Fall 2026 and/or be a 2026 high school graduate.
Important Dates:
Program Start Date: Monday, June 29, 2026
Program End Date: Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Class Outlook: (2025 Schedule Below... 2026 Coming Soon...)
| Time | Activity |
| 9:00 - 9:15 am | Check-in and Introductions |
| 9:15 - 10:30 am | Ideating and Pitching Your Start-Up |
| 10:30 - 11:15 am | The Art of Public Speaking |
| 11:15 am - 12:00 pm | Product Design Workshop |
| 12:00 - 1:00 pm | Lunch |
| 1:00 - 2:15 pm | College and Financial Advising Workshop |
| 2:15 - 3:00 pm | Pilot Your Purpose Workshop |
| Time | Activity |
| 9:00 - 9:15 am | Check-in and Morning Announcements |
| 9:15 - 10:15 am | Who Are Your Customers? |
| 10:15 - 11:00 am | Building a Business Workshop |
| 11:15 am - 12:00 pm | Supporting Entrepreneurship & Innovation Through Partnership |
| 12:00 - 12:30 pm | Entrepreneurship and the Arts with the Pittsburgh Playhouse |
| 12:30 - 1:15 pm | Lunch |
| 1:30 - 2:15 pm | Business Ideation and Concept Development Workshop |
| 2:15 - 3:00 pm | Influencers and Entrepreneurship: From Concept to Execution |
| Time | Activity |
| 9:00 - 9:15 am | Check-in and Introductions |
| 9:15 - 10:30 am | Starting and Pitching a Social Venture with Women Who Rock |
| 10:30 - 11:30 am | The Art of Public Speaking |
| 11:30 am - 12:30 pm | Building a Pitch and Selling Your Ideas |
| 12:30 - 1:15 pm | Lunch |
| 1:30 - 3:00 pm | Pitch Presentations and Closing Ceremony (parents/guardians welcome!) |
Drop-Off / Pick-Up For Commuters
Commuter students should be dropped off each day in our designated "Drop-Off Zone".This zone is located at Academic Hall, 201 Wood St., Pittsburgh, PA 15222. Parents and guardians should stop and park on Third Ave. The student should enter the building through the entrance facing Third Ave. and make their way to their assigned classroom. Pick-up will begin at 4 pm. Parents and guardians
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The tuition for this program is free thanks to Rowland School of Business and various sponsors.
A $25 non-refundable registration fee is required to secure your spot for this opportunity, which has limited capacity. This fee helps ensure attendance to maintain a high-quality experience for all participants.
Welcome to our campus!
All classes will be held on campus at Point Park University.
Address:
Point Park University
201 Wood Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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| summercamps@pointpark.edu | |
| Call | 412-392-3456 |
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