California Program for Entrepreneurship (CAPE)
FAQ
The California Program for Entrepreneurship is an initiative of the Leavey School of Business at Santa Clara University. The CAPE provides education and mentoring to emerging entrepreneurs to help them develop and implement business plans that will contribute to the growth and well-being of the California economy.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How much does the program cost?
Through private donations, the Leavey School of Business has secured funding for the majority of the costs of the program including classes, workshops, seminars, books/class materials/case study licenses, as well as lunch and coffee breaks for on-campus sessions. Pricing for the educational/administrative fee for accepted participants will be as follows:
- $5,000 Educational/Administrative Fee Per Individual
- $3,500 Per Person Fee for 1 Participant + 1 Partner/Co-Founder
(only 1 application per startup required)
- $3,000 Per Person Fee for Team of 3-5
(only 1 application per startup required)
- SCU Alumni & Student Individual Pricing: $3,000
SCU Alumni and current students (Business, Law, Engineering, Arts & Sciences-graduate student or undergraduate juniors/seniors) receive a $2,000 fellowship from the Leavey School of Business bringing your program fee to $3,000
These fees are non-refundable, and may be reduced by a limited number of fellowships. CAPE participants are responsible for the cost of travel to and from Santa Clara University for all on-site sessions. Complimentary morning and afternoon coffee service and buffet lunch will be provided.
Right now, my business is run by just two of us, can we both attend if accepted?
Thanks to feedback from previous participants, we're happy to offer the opportunity for applicants and their partner or co-founder to attend. Please see the above fee schedule to determine the total cost for your startup. Only one application is required. Of course, you are welcome and encouraged to share all of the materials as well as your experiences with your entire team!
I'd like to complete the application with as much detail as possible, but am concerned about confidentiality. How is my application treated from a confidentiality, non-disclosure, intellectual property perspective?
The information on all applications is considered confidential and is not shared outside of the selection committee strictly for the purpose of evaluation for acceptance into the program. However, we strongly advise that applicants not provide what they consider to be proprietary or confidential. Applicants are welcome to refer to any information they cannot provide as "proprietary," "confidential," or "trade secret" and not provide the details.
What's the timeline for the application process?
March-May: Applications Accepted & Reviewed by Selection Committee
April-May: Interviews (may be via telephone, in person, Skype or other video format)
June 1: Final Notification of Acceptances (Some may be earlier)
June 8: Deposit of 1/2 Total Fee Due
June 25: Virtual Contact by CAPE Staff & Faculty with assignments/readings
July 6: Remainder of Total Fee Due
Please visit our Schedule page for an overview of the entire program.
How can I get involved?
The CIE is always interested in offering our community partners in the Silicon Valley ecosystem an opportunity to get involved with CAPE by volunteering through mentorship, sponsorship, speaker presentations or suggestions, "office hours" with the group, business plan review and feedback. Other opportunities are also welcome, contact the CIE to begin a dialogue.
