The College of Wooster

Location: Wooster, OH | Institution Type: Private | Student Population: 1,967 (Fall 2022)
The College of Wooster fosters a vibrant entrepreneurial spirit by offering a range of five interdisciplinary (IDPT) courses dedicated explicitly to entrepreneurship. These courses contribute to a well-rounded educational experience at Wooster, providing valuable insights and skills beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries.

Competitions and Events

Idea Pitch Competition

The College of Wooster's commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship shines through their annual Idea Competition, a dynamic platform that empowers students to present their business concepts before a panel of judges. This competition provides essential financial support and catalyzes creativity into actionable ventures, demonstrating their dedication to nurturing student entrepreneurship.​

EEC & The College of Wooster Student Success Story

Vedica Jha

ProMytheUs
ProMytheUs, founded by Vedica Jha, offers a talent identification and management platform to help you discover, plan your life goals efficiently, and offers a management solutions to enhance your journey towards success.

Academic Programs

Entrepreneurship Pathway

At The College of Wooster, students from all majors can delve into entrepreneurship with five specialized courses. These courses examine entrepreneurial qualities that hold broader value, encompassing launching businesses and fostering sustainable solutions for societal and market issues. This approach emphasizes comprehensive problem-solving and innovation.​​​

The Entrepreneurial Core

A recently established campus organization supports student entrepreneurs and fosters innovation. Stay tuned for additional information as this organization continues to evolve and develop.​​

Get in Touch With
The College of Wooster's Representative

Peter Abramo

Director of Entrepreneurship
Teaches entrepreneurial courses and helps manage entrepreneurship programs; certified economic developer who trains others in the industry