Pioneer Prep

Undergraduate Admission

The Pioneer Prep Leadership Institute is part of the University of Denver's commitment to diversity and inclusiveness. 

This program will bring together rising high school juniors and seniors from across the country who identify as Black/African American and/or Latinx and will offer opportunities to learn more about the college search and application process, to investigate cultural identity and community, and to explore student leadership, all while connecting with DU administrators, dynamic speakers, and current students.

The 2023 Pioneer Prep Leadership Institute will be held the week of July 17 - July 21.

The Pioneer Prep Business Days will provide interested students with two additional days of programming to explore life as a business student at DU, learn from Daniels College of Business professors, and engage with experts and professionals in the Denver business community. Topics will include entrepreneurship, marketing, hospitality management, and finance in the current business landscape.

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The deadline to apply for the 2023 Pioneer Prep Leadership Institute is May 3.

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Benefits of Pioneer Prep

  • Engaging discussion promoting college access, leadership, and cultural identity
  • Continued communication and support throughout the college process
  • Build one's resume and social circle of influence
  • As a Pioneer Prep Scholar, we'll waive your $65 application fee if you choose to apply for college at DU
  • If admitted, and depending on financial need, Pioneer Prep participants may receive a Pathways Scholarship worth up to $7,500 a year, renewable for four years at DU

Getting ready for Pioneer Prep

  • Who can apply to Pioneer Prep?

    Rising junior and seniors who identify as identify as Black/African American and/or Latinx are eligible to apply for the program.

  • How do I apply?

    Click here to start or continue your application for 2023!

     

    The deadline to apply for the 2023 Pioneer Prep Leadership Institute is Wednesday, May 3.

  • How much does the program cost?

    The total cost of the program is $65, with scholarship consideration for families who demonstrate financial hardship through free or reduced lunch eligibility.

     

    For Non-Colorado applicants only: if you are interested in being considered for a travel stipend, please be sure to indicate this on your application.

    Please note, travel stipends are limited and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

  • What if I'm interested in Pioneer Prep Business Days?

    Are you interested in studying business at the University of Denver? Are you curious what a business degree is all about? If so, you can join us for two additional days on campus!

    The Pioneer Prep Business Days will connect you with current students so you can hear what life as a business student at DU is like both inside and outside the classroom. Business Days will feature presentations by Daniels College of Business professors, who will engage with you on topics such as Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Hospitality Management, and Finance in the current business landscape.

    As Denver is one of the fastest-growing cities for business, you will take a trip into the city to hear from a corporate partner and engage with professionals with a business background who are eager to share their professional journeys!

    You will learn about and participate in a Case Competition, where you will have a unique platform to present a solution to a business problem and hone your presentation skills.

    If you are interested in being a business leader, discovering what that means, or learning more about The Daniels College of Business, then select "yes" when you apply for the Pioneer Prep Leadership Institute and join us for Business Days!

    Click here to start or continue your application for 2023!

     

    The deadline to apply for the 2023 Pioneer Prep Leadership Institute is Wednesday, May 3.

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Pioneer Prep Leadership Institute

 

Undergraduate Admission

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Daniels College of Business Undergraduate Programs