Venture College
HELPING STUDENTS LAUNCH VENTURES
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
As part of the College of Innovation & Design, Venture College is available to students and Boise State community members ready to launch their ventures beyond the classroom. If you have an idea for a business, venture, or non-profit, or are hoping to apply your knowledge and expand your skill set, Venture College can help through workshops, competitions, and collaborative projects.
Spring 2021 Venture College Incubator
Do you have a business, non-profit, or venture idea but you’re not sure on next steps? Maybe you have a side hustle that you’d like to grow into a full-time job. If this sounds like you, apply to the 10-week Venture College Incubator today. All students, from any academic background, are encouraged to apply.
Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge
The Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge is a statewide university competition to develop and reward student entrepreneurs with promising ventures and small businesses. College and university students from across Idaho will compete for $45,000 in cash prizes and services to advance their startups.
This competition will take place on March 31, 2021. Applications due by February 20, 2021.
Upcoming Events
Venture College is the go-to place for interesting, inspiring, and educational competitions. In addition, we offer hands-on professional workshops, ideation sessions, and pitch practice to build your professional skills and knowledge. Subscribe to get updates on upcoming and new events.
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Jan 27Venture College
Survive to Thrive: Reverse Pitch Concept
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Jan 28Venture College
High School Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge
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Feb 02Venture College
Mission43 Entrepreneur Course
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Feb 03Venture College
Spring 2021 Venture College Incubator
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Mar 30Venture College
International Incubator
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Mar 31Venture College
Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge
Professional Projects
The Venture College pairs students with startups and small businesses throughout the Treasure Valley to work on short term (2-4 weeks) projects. Students gain relevant hands-on experience that they can add to their resume or LinkedIn profiles. Learn more about professional projects.
Online Resources
Venture College also offer videos, interviews, and online discussions available to all Boise State students and community members. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to access these resources.
Learn More

The Venture College is a program in the College of Innovation and Design (CID). You can view all of the CID initiatives on their home page.