Rating universities on entrepreneurship: QS Stars

Incubators at universities offer essential support like workspaces and guidance from experienced mentors, making the challenging initial phase of starting a business much smoother. They link up-and-coming entrepreneurs with a valuable network of investors and fellow innovators, providing opportunities for learning, collaboration, and funding.  

Full points are given to institutions that have the following: 

1. At least 20 places for students  

2. At least 40% female entrepreneurs 

3. 50% of companies still operating after five years (including those purchased by another bigger company) 

4. 70% of companies receiving seed (this includes funds both from university and from private entities/companies, but students’ personal funding investment is not accepted) 

Faculty members who are also involved in businesses bring valuable real-world experience into the classroom, making your studies more practical and relevant. Their connections give you the chance to network with professionals and find mentors who can guide you throughout your career journey.  

Full points are given if 25% of the institution’s academic faculty serve on boards of operational companies. 

Entrepreneurship clubs offer you opportunities to develop your entrepreneurial skills outside the classroom, through activities such as workshops, speaker events, and competitions.  

Full points are awarded if the institution has at least three student clubs with a focus on entrepreneurship and business. 

If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, turn your dream into a reality at an institution that fosters your talent and spirit. 

Knowing where to look can be difficult, but QS Stars does the evaluating for you. Easily see where a university’s strengths are to find the programme that suits your priorities.