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SUMMER BUSINESS INSTITUTE

One Summer. Ten Weeks. Business Minor.

Earn a Business Minor through this 16-credit, fully online program taught by VSB faculty.

Ideal for: Liberal Arts and Science, Engineering, and Nursing students who want to build business skills without changing their major.

Why Choose SBI?

Diversify your academic background with business knowledge
Gain confidence and professional skills employers want, and again exposure to industry professionals
Develop your personal brand, career strategy, and learn the art of networking

You also gain access to additional VSB resources such as:

Earning additional minors in VSB
The O'Donnell Center for Professional Development
The VSB Mentor Program
The Davis Fund for Student Experiences
VSB-exclusive events like employer meetups, speakers, and more!

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Program Overview

Dates: May 26 - July 29, 2026
Format: Online, with both live and asynchronous instruction. Classes run Monday through Friday, 10AM-5PM EST, with holidays off.
Credits: 16 (includes courses in finance, marketing, accounting, economics, management, analytics, and more). View a full list of SBI's courses here.
Cost: $17,000 (SBI Textbooks are included in Villanova's Textbook Access Program)
Eligibility: All class years, including recent grads.
No GPA requirement, but applicants must be in good academic standing (not on academic probation and with a cumulative GPA greater than 2.0).

Application Process

Apply between January 15 - May 1, 2026
Priority Deadline: March 15, 2026
Rolling admissions for completed applications (decisions are typically communicated within 2 weeks).
Materials required: application form (available in portal) and 250-500 word essay (prompt provided in application).
Check back in January for the application link.

Scholarships

Deadline: March 15, 2026
Available to Villanova students with demonstrated financial need (verified by the Office of Financial Assistance)
Academic performance is also considered
Requires an additional essay describing financial circumstances

Questions?

We're here to help! Check out our FAQ page for some common questions.

Email vsbsummer@villanova.edu with any questions.