Eccles Signature Cohort Programs

The Eccles School’s Signature Cohort Programs reflect the Eccles School’s commitment to creating transformative pathways for students to reach their full potential. Each program empowers students to thrive academically, build meaningful relationships, and engage deeply in their business education from day one.

Office of Transformative Student Experiences

The Office of Transformative Student Experiences houses three Signature Cohort Programs designed to foster community, opportunity, and excellence. In addition to these programs, the office offers holistic support to international students and leads initiatives for first-generation college students — guiding them as they navigate higher education and become part of the Eccles community.

Opportunity Scholars

Opportunity Scholars supports first-generation students with financial need with scholarships, mentorship, and a strong sense of community.

First Ascent Scholars

First Ascent Scholars is a four-year program that empowers high-need, academically driven students through financial support, mentorship, and community engagement.

Rising Business Leaders

Rising Business Leaders is a live-and-learn experience for high-achieving incoming freshmen, focused on academic excellence and early involvement in the Eccles community.

Opportunity Scholars Retreat

Eccles Institutes, Centers, and Initiatives

Several Eccles Institutes, Centers, and Initiatives offer additional cohorted learning experiences focused on areas such as leadership development, launching your own business, consulting with entrepreneurs in Ghana, and more.

Goff Explorers

Offered by the Goff Strategic Leadership Institute, this program pairs students with a for-credit internship and teaches foundational principles of strategic leadership and workplace success in a corresponding class. Learn more.

Lassonde Founders

Lassonde Founders, a select community-based program offered by the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute, is for undergraduate entrepreneurs who live, create, and launch together while receiving support, mentorship, and scholarships. Learn more.

Goff Pathfinders

The Goff Strategic Leadership Institute offers the Pathfinders Leadership Cohort program, designed for sophomores as they navigate the challenges of selecting a major and making significant life decisions. Learn more.

Goff Trailblazers

A cohort-based leadership program for juniors and seniors, offered by the Goff Strategic Leadership Institute, where students participate in collaborative projects and workshops, and have the opportunity to apply for a paid “TrailblazersX” position. Learn more.

Prosperity U

The Center for Business, Health, and Prosperity offers a unique opportunity for undergraduate students to pair a 10-week course with a one-week global consulting internship, collaborating with local entrepreneurs in Ghana. Learn more.