Our admission process
Designed to get to know you beyond your grades.
We want to understand how you think, what you've done, what drives you and how far you're willing to go. Across different stages we'll get to know your story, your skills, your initiative and your potential.
The process is demanding for a reason: so is starting a business.
What we evaluate
Six dimensions, one person
Main essay
We want to know who you are, what you want to build and why IORCA should bet on you.
Psychometric assessment
We assess personality, integrity, empathy and values. For IORCA, the person who builds the company matters as much as the company they can build.
Leadership and activities
We look for candidates who show initiative, leadership, ambition and the ability to stand out, backing their track record with real experiences and achievements.
Recommendations
We want to know the candidate through people who have been part of their journey and can offer an objective view of their character, leadership, discipline and entrepreneurial potential.
Academic ability
We review your academic record to understand the story behind your results. A grade doesn't determine your potential as an entrepreneur.
Admission interview
An open, disruptive conversation to get to the essence of the candidate, beyond rehearsed answers, formalities or perfect speeches.
Whole Person Approach
There is no formula to get admitted: we evaluate each applicant holistically.
Selection process
Four filters. 30 per class.
Essay
Handwritten, one page, signed by the applicant. No templates or preset answers. We want to know the person behind the application.
One pageHandwrittenPersonality and integrity
Multiple-choice questions, scenario analysis, conflict resolution and decision-making.
50 minutesLive · OnlineComplex dilemmas
Tough decisions. We're not looking for the right answer; we want to know yours.
50 minutesLive · OnlineFinal interview
Getting this far doesn't mean you're in. Live interview with the IORCA team before the final decision.
50 minutesIORCA teamAdmitted
Only those who pass all four filters receive their official letter of admission.
If you're admitted
IORCA Admission Box
You'll receive your official letter of admission at home. It's not a welcome box or university merchandise: it's the starting point of your next three years as an entrepreneur.
Start process01Do I need good grades?
Not necessarily. Grades are part of your academic record, but on their own they don't determine your potential as an entrepreneur.
A grade measures a part of you that isn't decisive for IORCA. We want to discover what you're capable of.
02How many students are accepted per class?
IORCA will keep a limited intake of 30 students per class.
Our model requires mentorship, follow-up and one-on-one support while each company is built, so we don't aim to grow at the expense of the quality of the experience.
03When can I start my admission process?
You can start your admission process at any time.
We recommend starting early, since each class has limited places and the selection process requires completing every admission stage.