Register

We look forward to having you join us at Business Horizons 2025! This summer's program will take place July 13-17 at Drake University in Des Moines.

To register, please complete the form below. Once complete, click the "Submit" button at the bottom of the page to receive confirmation that your registration has been received successfully. Please note the information on the confirmation page for next steps as you prepare for "the best week of summer!"

2025 Participation Fees:
Fees cover all expenses during the Business Horizons week - meals, lodging, materials, activities, etc. Program fee assistance is available for qualified candidates. For financial assistance, please complete the "Financial Aid" section below.

Register on/before May 30: $350
Register after May 30: $400

If you have any questions regarding the program or registration process, please contact us.

Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required.

Participant Information

First Name *

Last Name *

Preferred Name for Nametag (Nickname) *

Date of Birth (MM/DD/YYYY) *

Grade (Current) *

T-Shirt Size *

Gender *

Additional Gender

Preferred Pronouns *

Additional Pronouns

Ethnicity *

Additional Ethnicity

Do You Have Any Physical Limitations That May Require Accomodations? *

If yes, please describe.

Do You Have Any Special Dietary Needs *

If yes, please describe.

Street Address *

Street Address (Line 2)

City *

State *

Zip Code *

County *

Student School Email Address *

Student Personal/Summer Email *

Phone (include area code) *

Student Cell Phone (if available; include area code)

High School Name *

High School City *

Principal's Name *

How did you hear about Business Horizons?*

Educator

Parent

Friend/Alumni

Drake University

Mailing

E-mail

Social Media/Web

Other (Please Specify)

Participant Agreement

I understand* that Business Horizons is an intensive, academic program and agree to represent myself, my school, and my community in the highest possible manner throughout the duration of the program.

I understand* that my participation fee is due to the ABI Foundation immediately following submission of my application or as soon as possible. I understand that my payment is non-refundable if notice of my cancellation is given within one week before the start of the program.

Date *

Student Name (Full) *

Parent/Guardian Name (Full) *

Parent/Guardian Preferred Phone *

Parent/Guardian Email *

I plan to submit my participation fee by *

I am receiving a full/partial program scholarship from (Organization/Individual)

Tell us about yourself

(Short answer) What are your favorite class subjects, extra-curricular activities and/or hobbies? Do you currently have a job? If so, where and what are your responsibilities? What do you like about your job? *

(Short answer) What is a career that interests you? Where would you like to work? What type of job would you like to have? *

(Short answer) Why would you like to participate in Business Horizons? What do you hope to gain from this experience? *

Which careers interest you? Please select your top career interests below*

1st Career Interest *

2nd Career Interest

3rd Career Interest

Are you currently a member of a career and technical student organization at your school? If so, which one(s)? (E.g. FBLA, DECA, BPA,HOSA, etc.)

Business Card Information

Business Horizons provides all attendees with personal business cards to exchange with other students and adult volunteers throughout the week. Please disclose the information that you wish to be included on your business cards. Only include information that you would like to appear on your cards, otherwise please leave the field blank. (Student nickname, last name, school and city will automatically be listed.)

Social Media Handles (Optional)

Facebook

X (formerly Twitter)

Instagram

Other

Email Address

Phone Number

School Representative Reference

Please provide the name and contact information for a faculty or staff member at your high school who can speak to your character and work ethic, and will support your participation in Business Horizons. Please note that your reference will be made aware of your participation in the program.

First Name *

Last Name *

Title/Role *

High School Name *

High School City *

School Phone *

Email Address *

Nominate a friend to join you at Business Horizons! (Optional)

First Name

Last Name

High School

Street Address

Street Address (Line 2)

City

State

Zip Code

Email Address

Phone (include area code)

Financial Aid (Optional; if needed)

This section is for students and families who may need financial assistance to attend the Business Horizons program. If this section does not apply to you, please click submit.

The Iowa Association of Business and Industry Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our goal is to ensure that all students have the opportunity to experience Business Horizons; therefore limited program scholarships are available to students and families in need of financial assistance to help offset the cost of attendance. If you would like to discuss program scholarship opportunities, please complete the information below.

Check here, I need financial assistance in order to attend

Total amount I can contribute to the cost of my participation ($) I qualify for free/reduced lunch

(Short answer) Please disclose any additional information that may be helpful in determining your eligibility for a program scholarship.