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Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program

Also known as: UNew Haven Entrepreneurship Program, Pompea Entrepreneurship Program

University of New Haven · West Haven, CT

Formal entrepreneurship and innovation academic program within the Pompea College of Business. Develops entrepreneurial mindset through coursework plus challenges, competitions, events, and activities.

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Quick fit check

  • Indirect support only
  • No equity required
  • Currently active
  • Verified by research

Key numbers

Funding range

—

Equity

None

Application

Rolling

School Specific

Last activity

2025-12-01

High confidence

Application and Timing

Standard academic admissions cycles. Individual competitions run on their own schedules.

Participants

Undergraduate and graduate students in Pompea College of Business and related majors. Open to broader student body for competitions and events.

Funding and Equity

Tuition-bearing academic program. Connects students to competitions such as SMERD and external funding opportunities. No dedicated seed fund.

Recent Activity

  • 2024-25: Catalog updated with current course offerings
  • Dec 2024: Faculty/staff page updated
  • 2023-2025: Multiple news stories tie program to live activities and student ventures

Known startups and winners

Competition winners and notable student ventures from our research.

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Student venture

University of New Haven Hult Prize OnCampus team documented in the 2024/25 finale. Part of the growing UNewHaven entrepreneurship pipeline.

Historical winners (research notes)

No formal portfolio. Students participate in SMERD and other competitions.

Verification Gaps

  • Enrollment numbers not disclosed
  • Startup creation rates among graduates unknown
  • Specific capstone or venture courses not detailed
Additional research notesShow

Evidence

UNewHaven catalog 2024-25.[1] Faculty/staff page.[2] Multiple news articles.

News & articles

News articles and official sources documenting Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program at University of New Haven.

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