Camp Business Details and Requirements

How to Apply

Exceptional high school students entering their sophomore, junior or senior year are encouraged to apply to LeBow’s Camp Business program.

To apply, candidates must submit an application form and official high school transcripts. For non-native English speakers, students must also submit proof of English language proficiency.

Deadline: May 1, 2025 is the priority deadline to apply. Application may close earlier if program fills to capacity.

International Students

Every year, we welcome students from around the world and look forward to all the different perspectives that are brought to the courses. As all courses are taught in English, we do require a video conference interview as part of the application process to ensure they are comfortable with the language and make sure they will be successful in the program.

Review the application process

Approval Process

Applications are approved on a rolling basis. Once an application is approved, a $250 deposit will be required to hold your spot and must be paid within two weeks of your acceptance.

Program Requirements

If admitted to Camp Business, additional requirements are necessary for participation in the program.

• All Students: Both the commuter and residential sessions must have their parent/guardian complete a liability waiver.
• Residential Students Only: Complete a housing form, medical form and provide proof of medical insurance in the U.S.

The following vaccines may also be required of residential session participants:

• All students: Meningitis Vaccination
• International Students: Documentation of PPD Test, with potential for follow-up tests pending results

All forms and requests will be communicated to students at the time of admittance.

English language Proficiency Requirements

Non-native English speakers should submit test scores to verify English language proficiency. If the student attends a high school where the primary language of instruction is English, this requirement is automatically waived. If submitting test scores, please note the admissions committee prefers TOEFL or IELTS scores, when available.

• TOEFL: The minimum score required for admission is 100 (iBT)
• IELTS: The minimum score required is a 7

If TOEFL or IELTS scores are not available, applicants may submit PSAT, SAT, or ACT scores as an alternative. To submit, please upload an unofficial copy of your score report to the online application.

Attendance Policy

Due to the nature of the programs and the required teamwork, attendance for all days is mandatory. If you have a special circumstance that will require you to be absent on any day during your program, you must notify us of this as soon as it becomes known to you. Unapproved absences will result in dismissal from the program.

Dress Code

Appropriate attire for all programs is casual wear or business casual. Examples of business casual include collared shirts, blouses, non-denim slacks, skirts and dresses. Closer to the start of camp, all residential participants will receive a “what to pack” list as well as what days business casual wear will be needed. All commuter participants will be notified in advance which days business casual wear will be needed.

Housing, Meals and Travel Considerations

Housing

• Residential Session: Housing will be available during the residential session in summer 2025.
• Commuter Session: Drexel has negotiated discounted rates with hotels located in Philadelphia for faculty, professional staff and current students for business travel. Prospective students and their families that are visiting the University may also book rooms at the discounted rates.

View a list of hotels

Meals

• Commuter Session: lunch will be provided daily
• Residential Session: all meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) will be provided daily

Travel Information

• Air Travel: Fly into Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) (15 minutes to campus). Newark (EWR) is an alternative (2-hour drive to campus)
• Train Travel: Arrive at William H. Gray III 30th Street Station (10-minute walk from campus)

Arrivals: Please book an itinerary that guarantees your arrival to campus no later than 10:00 a.m. ET on the opening day of camp.

Departures: We recommend no earlier than 4:00 p.m. on the last day of camp to ensure you are able to attend our closing festivities.

International students should check any necessary travel restrictions/recommendations for their country of residence coming to and from the United States.

Refund Policy

If admitted to the program, a $250 deposit will be required to hold your spot. Failure to make this deposit by the given deadline may waive your spot in the program. Full refunds will be granted up and through May 1.

After May 1, even as new acceptances go out and payments are collected, no refunds will be issued at any point.