Dartmouth Precollege Online Business Programs

The Dartmouth Precollege Online Program offers motivated students aged 13 and older the chance to explore exciting business courses from anywhere in the world. Designed by top Dartmouth instructors, the program features cutting-edge topics in the world of business. Through flexible lessons and mentor support, students gain critical thinking and problem-solving skills while diving into exciting business fields. Whether exploring financial markets or entrepreneurial strategies, this program provides a strong foundation for future business leaders. Start your journey of business discovery with Dartmouth—where curiosity meets opportunity.

Program Dates

Multi-length courses available throughout the year

Eligibility

For students ages 13 and up

Individual Course Fees

$1,795

Current Courses Available

Money and graphs depicting finance

Finance: Investing & Market Insights

Step into the world of finance with this interactive course designed just for you. Dive deep into topics like stock markets, company valuations, and investment strategies used by real-life financial experts. Through practical projects, you’ll analyze financial statements, learn how to assess risks, and discover the secrets to finding a company's true value. It's your first step toward a future in finance—or simply a smarter financial outlook for life!

Student taking Dartmouth's precollege online program

How You Will Benefit

  • Business-related courses are available year-round, allowing you to explore subjects that align with your passions and schedule.
  • Designed for high school students ages 13 and up so you can discover your interests in business early.
  • Get a glimpse of college life with business courses by Dartmouth instructors, all while still in high school.
  • Watch engaging video lessons designed to fit into your schedule.
  • Collaborate with mentors who provide guidance and answer questions as you expand your knowledge.
  • Receive a Dartmouth Certificate of Completion for each course, a great addition to your college applications.

Three Learning Advantages Designed for You

Final Capstone Project

Each business course concludes with a final capstone project where you can:

  • Demonstrate what you’ve learned in a presentation.
  • Get feedback from your mentors on your work.
  • Choose from a variety of business-related topics covered in your course to show what you’ve learned. 
  • Use any media you prefer—text, video, photography, PowerPoint.
Mentoring

Gain support from an expert mentor who’ll help answer questions and enrich your experience. Here’s what to expect:

  • Expertise in your course’s particular business-related field.
  • Encouragement and direction on all assignments. 
  • Inspiration, motivation and confidence to help you succeed.
  • Brainstorming to help you prepare for your final capstone project.
Flexible Learning
  • 100% online learning that works with your schedule.
  • Enjoy flexible, engaging video lessons that you can watch whenever it’s convenient for you.
  • Multiple courses can be taken to maximize your learning experience.
  • 20 to 30 hours of total instruction and activities per business course, including multimedia, simulations, and curated assignments for which you will receive guidance and support from mentors.
Student applying to Dartmouth's precollege online business program

How To Apply:

It’s easy. No transcripts or letters of recommendation are required. Just provide some basic information and tell us why you wish to take this program.

Note: Please submit all application materials in English.


Begin the guided application process. It should take only a few minutes of your time to answer the questions.

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Admissions

Our application process is easy. You can expect a prompt decision.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will you be graded? What are assignments like? When do you find out if you're admitted? Find answers to your questions here.

Scholarships

We offer need-based scholarships for participating students who exhibit high potential and an inability to pay the full tuition. 

  • If you haven’t applied to the program, apply here. After submitting your application, click “Apply for a need-based scholarship” on the confirmation page to request a scholarship.  
  • If you’ve already applied to the program, sign in to your profile to check your scholarship status. If you don't have a scholarship request on file, click “Apply for a need-based scholarship” to request a scholarship.