Santa Clara University

Student Life

The Certificate in Technology Entrepreneurship program aims to enroll 30 students per class. Your classmates come from large public universities, small liberal arts colleges, and private institutions. They come directly from undergraduate programs and from the workplace with decades of experience. They come from a range of countries and with diverse academic backgrounds. And they come with a desire and willingness to add their knowledge and experience to yours.

• Educational background: technical degree recommended
  
• Language: High English language proficiency
  
• Average age upon entry: 28
  
• Average work experience upon entry: 6 years
  
• Minimum work experience needed: 2 years recommended
  
• Prior startup work experience: not required 

Networking

Arrive to the Silicon Valley ready to hit the ground running.  Bring business cards and begin building your network.

The program places very strong emphasis on networking and extra-curricular events. In addition to the many on-campus lectures and speaking events, CTE students are highly encouraged to attend the vast number of off-campus events throughout Silicon Valley.

Organizations that sponsor events in the Bay Area include the Churchill Club, TIE, SVASE, EXerox PARC, SDForum and others.  Students receive event notifications, but it never hurts to subscribe to receive emails from each organization.  Plan to include as many of these events as you can for a fully enriching experience at Santa Clara University.

SCU Facilities

Among the many excellent facilities at Santa Clara University, the Leavey School of Business has a brand new home in Lucas Hall.  The beautiful facility has over ,000 square feet for collaboration, including state of the art technology in every room.  Of particular interest are the break-out rooms which students find extremely useful.  In addition to the new business school building, the University is also home to a brand new library.  The Harrington Learning Commons, Sobrato Technology Center and Orradre Library comprise a wonderful new facility for collaborating and studying.

Housing / Accommodations

Returning to campus life has many advantages. CTE students reside within walking distance to Lucas Hall in a quiet and safe residential neighborhood.  Housing is within easy walking distance to the Santa Clara Train Station.  Accommodations are arranged by the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship.