IVCA Scholar Program 2025 Still Accepting Applications! Deadline to submit October 31, 2024

October 23, 2024

The IVCA Scholar Program aims to foster an inclusive industry by promoting gender, racial, and ethnic diversity in venture capital and private equity. Undergraduate students are placed with a venture capital or private equity firm for 10 weeks. During this time, they participate in informational and networking sessions at various investment firms and professional services providers (accounting, investment banking, etc.). The program offers a deep dive into the industry, providing significant exposure to private equity or venture capital. Upon completion, students receive a $10,000 scholarship.

2025 applications are now open! We invite rising 3rd and 4th-year students of any major to apply. Applicants must attend an Illinois college or university or be permanent residents of Illinois. Strong Excel skills are required. We especially encourage students of color to apply, as they are underrepresented in our industry.

Program details and instructions are here and attached for reference.

Applications are due by October 31, 2024.

For more details, please see the attached information. If you have any questions, please reach out to at ivca.scholar@illinoisvc.org or contact Peggy Castanoli at pcastanoli@illinoisVC.org.