OHIO hosting information sessions for J'COB College Experience Summer Program

The J'COB College Experience Summer Program at Ohio University (July 18-25, 2026) on the Athens Campus is an exceptional leadership development opportunity for students.

This immersive program empowers rising high school seniors to become future business leaders while addressing real-world problems aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.

Upcoming information sessions about the program will be held on the following dates:

• Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 9 –10 a.m.
• Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 7– 8 p.m.
• Wednesday, March 25, 2026 | 7–8 p.m. 

Program highlights

• Explore business degrees and careers: Discover diverse opportunities within the business field.
• Experience college life: Live on campus and gain insights into academic and social aspects of University life.
• Tackle global challenges: Learn about the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and develop innovative business solutions to address them.
• Leadership and skill-building: Develop crucial skills like problem-solving, teamwork and communication while creating a positive impact.

Program details

• Dates: July 18-25, 2026
• Location: College of Business Muck Annex, 71 Court St, Athens, Ohio
• Housing: On-campus residence hall accommodations provided (double occupancy)
• Meals: Included
• Transportation: Not included. The GoBus is available for students coming from the Cincinnati, Cleveland and Columbus areas

Ideal candidates

• Rising high school seniors (current juniors)
• Interest in business, leadership or sports management
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

Applications

• Opens: March 1, 2026
• Closes: March 31, 2026

You can learn more about the program here.

You can apply to the program here.