StartUpUMW
The UMW Center for Economic Development offers a student entrepreneur education program, StartUpUMW, that teaches students how to start and run a business. Through this semester-long program designed to engage and inspire, you will learn by doing from successful business owners and local professionals.
What will you gain?
- The opportunity to learn from and network with experienced, successful entrepreneurs and professionals
- A greater understanding of what it means to be entrepreneurial
- Access to research databases, business consultants and office space to grow your business idea
- Tools to write your own business plan
- Feedback and guidance from the UMW Center for Economic Development’s team
- Fulfillment of the Experiential Learning credit or Internship Experience (*must have at least 12 UMW credits for Academic Internship)
What are the program requirements?
- You do not need to have business experience
- If you do not have a business idea, you will develop one during the program
- Must be able to attend all seminars
- Must be a current UMW or Germanna student
- All majors are eligible
- Must submit a summary of your experience and offer a testimonial at the end of the semester
What is the program schedule?
We will meet throughout the semester. Most sessions will be held in person at the College of Business in Woodard Hall on the Fredericksburg Campus. Assignments and meetings will dates will be share by mentor and professor.
How do I apply?
Applications are open for Fall 2025.
To apply for future semester, you must be a current UMW or Germanna student.