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Join our community of entrepreneurs where teamwork and problem-solving converge, driving students to lead in the business world.
The Melvin D. and Valorie G. Booth School of Business is committed to equipping students with essential skills such as critical thinking, effective written and oral communication, ethical decision-making, teamwork, and problem-solving. These skills are instilled through various learning experiences in the curriculum. The Booth School of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council of Business Schools and Programs and by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
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Most Bearcats receive some form of scholarship or need-based aid after filing the FAFSA, making their educational goals more attainable. The 2025-26 FAFSA is officially open – apply today!
Expanded scholarship model with tiers up to $6,000 with merit scholarships. Once applied and admitted, eligible students are automatically awarded a merit-based scholarship based on their academic information.
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“For me, I think learning is not power, but it’s a gift and really dependent on you, whether it keeps giving. If you enjoy what you do, learning is fun, and learning is easy. Luckily for me, I love what I do.”
Michael Verhoeven
Kansas City, Mo. // Business Management major
An entrepreneurial-minded Northwest student will again have the opportunity to enter a franchise agreement through a partnership with DocuLock LLC – a service-based business that specializes in document scanning, archiving, management, retention and shredding.
Students experience a realistic, agency-like atmosphere as they work in teams on a promotional campaign plan for an actual client. The competing teams conduct research, analyze data, devise strategies, formulate tactics, and present their plans to the client.
Each spring semester, college, high school, and community members present their business ideas in a competitive setting. The event allows students and entrepreneurs to present ideas to professionals, small business owners and potential investors. It also allows students to network with business professionals and gain presentation experience.
Financial Management Association (FMA) assists in the professional, educational, and social development of students interested in finance, banking, and investments. Students will be able to interact with business executives, faculty, and business and finance students.
