Lindner Business Immersion Camp

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The Lindner Business Immersion Camp gives high school students an inside look at the world of business and what it means to study business in college.

During this four-day residential program, students engage with Lindner faculty, explore key areas of business, and collaborate with peers on interactive activities and projects. Participants gain exposure to topics such as marketing, finance, operations and emerging technologies while learning how business leaders approach real-world challenges.

Throughout the week, students will also experience life on campus, connect with current Lindner students, and learn more about academic pathways and opportunities within the college.

The program concludes with student presentations and a graduation ceremony celebrating their work and accomplishments.

Program cost, including meals and accommodations: $400. There is no day-only program, students are required to stay overnight in UC residence halls.

NOTE: For students who are looking for more support around crafting their college application along with business experiences, we recommend reviewing our Lindner Summer Institute

2026 Lindner Business Immersion Camp will be held June 7-10, 2026 


Eligibility & Application Information

Priority is given for students entering 12th grade, but those entering 11th grade will be considered on a space available basis. The application includes a student’s GPA, their highest math completed and potential college major.

  • Application open: March 13, 2026
  • Application closes: April 17, 2026
  • Students notified: May 1, 2026
  • Program confirmation and $400 fee due: May 15, 2026. A small number of partial scholarships are available for rising seniors who are eligible for free and reduced lunch plans. Please reach out to business.ug@uc.edu for additional information. 
Students need to carry luggage without assistance for approximately 200 yards. Don’t overpack! 
 
  • Identification — school ID, driver's license, state ID, etc.
  • Comfortable clothing
  • A pillow, blanket and sheets (beds are twin XL) or sleeping bag
  • Towel and washcloth
  • Flip flops (shower shoes) 
  • Comfortable walking shoes — we will be walking all over campus!
  • Pajamas
  • Umbrella or raincoat
  • Sweater or sweatshirt (in case student gets cold)
  • Cell phone and charger
  • Toiletries — soap, lotion, toothbrush, toothpaste, hair products, deodarant, contact solution, etc.
  • Optional: debit and/or credit card that can be used for bookstore purchases, Starbucks, etc. — campus is cashless.

Prohibited Items: 

  • TV’s 
  • Video consoles/Gaming Systems 
  • Extension cords 

2026 Camp Schedule

Sunday, June 7: Arrival and Orientation

 
Time Activity
2 p.m. Registration & Residence Hall Move-In
3 p.m. Welcome, Campus Tour and Program Overview (with families)
4 p.m. Icebreakers and Community Building
4:30 p.m. Program Expectations and Group Project Introduction
5:00 p.m. Meet Your Student Leaders
5:30 p.m. Dinner
6 p.m. Free Time to Settle In
7:15 p.m. Game Night and Social Activities
9:45 p.m.
Return to Residence Hall
11 p.m. Lights Out

Monday, June 8: Exploring Business Disciplines

 
Time Activity
8 a.m. Breakfast
9:00 a.m. Daily Kickoff and Project Overview
9:15 a.m. Welcome from the Dean
9:30 a.m. Introduction to Business and Economics
10:30 a.m. Marketing Session and Activity
11:30 a.m. Lunch
12:45 p.m. Regroup for Afternoon Sessions
1 p.m. Accounting and Business Law Session
2 p.m. Introduction to Finance
3 p.m. Group Project Work
4 p.m. Careers and Recruiting in Business
4:30 p.m. Dinner
6 p.m.
Off-Campus Activity (Bowling in Newport)
8:30 p.m. Return to Campus
9:45 p.m. Return to Residence Hall
11 p.m. Lights Out

Tuesday, June 9: Innovation, Leadership & Teamwork

 
Time Activity
8 a.m. Breakfast and Morning Warm-up
9 a.m. Daily Kickoff
9:15 a.m. Entrepreneurship and Innovation Session
10 a.m. Faculty-Led Session
11:15 a.m. AI in Business Activity
12 p.m. Lunch
1:15 p.m. Management and Leadership Session
2:15 p.m. Group Project Work
3:30 p.m. Campus Scavenger Hunt
4 p.m. Project Work/Optional Support Time
5 p.m. Dinner
6 p.m. Evening Activities and Community Time
9:45 p.m. Return to Residence Hall
11 p.m.  Lights Out

Wednesday, June 10: Presentations and Next Steps

 
Time Activity
8 a.m. Breakfast and Check-In
9:00 a.m. Finalize Group Projects
9:30 a.m. Group Presentations
11:30 a.m. Lunch
12:30 p.m. Alumni Speaker: Getting Recruited and Making the Most of College
1:15 p.m. Admissions Next Steps (Applications, Scholarships, Timeline)
2 p.m.
Advising and Individual Questions
2:30 p.m. Residence Hall Check-out
3:30 p.m. Program Wrap-up and Final Survey
4 p.m. Graduation Ceremony