Werth Innovators | Werth Institute for Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Students across all majors interested in building and growing their skills, confidence and leadership experiences while exploring the world of entrepreneurship and growing their network should consider applying. The value a student gains as a Werth Innovator is defined by the student. Each student has unique goals, ideas or projects to pursue and The Werth Institute provides personalized support in the forms of goal setting, skill-building guidance, networking opportunities, mentorship, leadership and ambassadorship opportunities. Students are selected based upon their innovative projects, entrepreneurial mindsets, and their passion in an area they are driven to problem solve in.

Why Should I Apply?

Being a Werth Innovator means you will have access to unique life-transformative opportunities and be a proud member of one of the nation’s leading entrepreneurial leadership development programs. Benefit highlights include:

Weekly support, guidance and resources to explore the problem they want to solve or idea they want to advance. Includes 1:1 and group Werth Innovator meetings.
A one-time $3k scholarship for rising sophomores and selected rising juniors.
1st year women receive an additional $4k paid summer internship to develop their idea.
Participation in unique events, travel and experiential learning associated with entrepreneurship.
Development of an entrepreneurial mindset and skills including leadership, project management, problem solving, and communication skills.
Networking practice and growth through alumni visits and guest speaker events.
Career exploration.
Increased self-confidence, emotional intelligence and a sense of belonging.
Lasting friendships through a tight-knit community of like-minded individuals.

*Students selected in the spring (Track 2 for rising sophomores and juniors) receive a $3k scholarship in January of their next academic year through successful participation. Students selected in the fall (Track 1 for first-year students) receive a $4k paid summer internship before their sophomore year and are eligible to apply for a $3k scholarship in January of their sophomore year. Students must be enrolled full-time and be in good standing during the full academic year in order to receive their scholarship funds.