Chaifetz Center for Entrepreneurship
Saint Louis University’s Chaifetz Center for Entrepreneurship within the Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business helps entrepreneurs combine their passion with business skills to produce high-performing organizations. Our mission is to deliver and develop world-class entrepreneurship education for all.
About the Center
Founded in 1987, the Chaifetz Center for Entrepreneurship at SLU is a nationally recognized leader in entrepreneurship education. We are dedicated to fostering entrepreneurial mindsets in students across campus through experiential learning and engagement with St. Louis’ vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Our innovative programs span high school, college, and community audiences, promoting entrepreneurship as a tool for economic growth and social impact. By integrating passion, compassion, planning, and performance, we empower the next generation of entrepreneurs—innovative leaders who will leverage business to solve society’s greatest challenges and create a better future for all.
Through our nationally ranked initiatives, we continue to shape a dynamic community of change-makers committed to making a meaningful impact in the world.
College Programs
The Chaifetz Center for Entrepreneurship empowers students from the Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business and all disciplines across campus to transform their ideas into impactful ventures.
Students can engage in a wide variety of innovative programs designed to support their entrepreneurial journeys, including:
- CCE Mentor Program: Connect with a dynamic network of mentors and mentees for one-on-one or group mentorship opportunities.
- SLU New Venture Accelerator: Propel your ideas into reality with access to funding, resources, advisors, and non-dilutive grants of up to $50,000.
- SLULaunch Incubator: Collaborate across disciplines in this student-driven incubator focused on biomedical, geospatial, and entrepreneurial innovations.
- Entrepreneurship Club: Join a campus-wide group dedicated to introducing, inspiring, and engaging student entrepreneurs to create a better world.
- CCE Ambassador Program: Advocate for entrepreneurship and lead campus-wide programming as part of this selective student leadership group.
With these opportunities and more, the Chaifetz Center fosters a thriving community of entrepreneurs, equipping students with the resources, connections, and inspiration to shape a better future.
High School Programs
The Allsup Entrepreneurship Academy at Saint Louis University's Chaifetz School of Business provides high school students with an immersive summer experience in entrepreneurship.
Through interactive workshops, networking with business professionals, and hands-on activities, students learn to develop entrepreneurial ideas, sharpen their business skills, and gain valuable insights into the world of startups. The academy inspires and equips the next generation of innovators to turn their passions into actionable ventures.