How to Utilize Your Summer Camp Experience on College Applications

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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ARE SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE?
We believe that access to education should not be limited by financial barriers. That's why we offer need-based scholarships to support students who may require financial assistance to pursue their academic goals.
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WHAT TECHNOLOGY DO STUDENTS NEED?
Students will need an ipad or laptop.
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WHAT WILL I DO AT CAMP?
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Form an executive management team with your peers and run your own company
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Compete against other student companies throughout the week
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Learn the fundamentals of building and running a company
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Hear and meet world-class speakers who will share their experiences on a wide variety of topics
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Live on a college campus and get a taste of college life
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Spend a week with some of Oregon’s top executives
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Explore career fields and open doors to your future
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MAKE FRIENDS & HAVE FUN!!!!
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ALL WORK AND NO PLAY?
No way!! OBA provides a chance like no other – to spend a week on a college campus. You’ll
connect with students from all across Oregon and create friendships that will last a lifetime.
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HOW CAN YOU USE YOUR EXPERIENCE AT CAMP ON COLLEGE APPLICATIONS?
If you attend Business Week, you have a unique opportunity to showcase your experience and accomplishments to college admissions officers.
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CAN I BRING A FRIEND?
Yes! Invite your friends to enroll and apply for scholarship support if applicable.
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WHY ATTENDING OBA BUSINESS WEEK IS SO IMPORTANT
Business is in everything! If you use a computer, drive a car, buy candy bars, participate in sports or have a doctor’s appointment, you are engaged in “business stuff.” Business plays an important role in almost every facet of life. That’s why it’s so important that you understand how it works.
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WHO CAN ATTEND?
All applicants must:
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Be in high school during the 2023-2024 school year
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Have the approval and support of a legal guardian
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Submit completed application and enrollment materials by June 19th, 2023 due date.
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IS THERE A VACCINATION REQUIREMENT?
OBA will follow OSU guidelines:
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IS THERE TRANSPORTATION?
OBA does not provide transportation to and from OSU. However, do not let transportation be a deal breaker for any student! If that is the only show stopper, we will figure out how to get kids there and home safely.
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