Attention: You are using an outdated browser, device or you do not have the latest version of JavaScript downloaded and so this website may not work as expected. Please download the latest software or switch device to avoid further issues.
| 22 Jan 2026 | |
| High School |
Bossgirls is a summer entrepreneurship program from the Zahn Innovation Center at The City College of New York (CCNY) for high school (current 9th-12th graders) girls and nonbinary students. This FREE program is fully sponsored by Standard Chartered Bank, as part of its Futuremakers Initiative. There is NO FEE to participate.
Teamed up with other bossgirls, you’ll learn how to analyze a problem and find business opportunities within it. Our curriculum puts the customer first, introducing you to a human-centered design approach to problem-solving. At the end of the program, you’ll pitch your idea -- think Shark Tank without the sharks. You will also join a welcoming community of like-minded peers, inspiring entrepreneurs and supportive mentors.
The 2026 summer program will be hosted in-person at The City College of New York (160 Convent Avenue, New York, NY 10031).
The schedule is as follows (subject to change):
- 5 week program: Monday, June 29, 2026 to Thursday, July 30, 2026
- Schedule:
Mondays - Thursdays
Week 1 & Week 5: 10am - 3pm
Week 2, 3 & 4: 10am - 1pm
ELIGIBILITY
- Current high school girls and nonbinary students (9th - 12th graders)
- Residents of the NY tri-state region and can commute to CCNY campus this summer
- Can commit to the full duration of the program