Fueling Extraordinary

Startups in just 4 weeks

Empowering Visionaries
Igniting Ventures

Gain hands-on practical experience to start a real company as a high school student through the Bay Area Summer Entrepreneurship Program. Start, solve, and ship your product in just 4 short weeks in the famous Bay Area. Donโ€™t wait for the future โ€“ create it!

Global Reach

Your team awaits.

Groups of LaunchX students on college campus attending a LaunchX summer program.

Join other like-minded high schoolers who share your passion for entrepreneurship. We use a unique teaming formula that pairs you with other Launchies to complement your skill set and ultimately set your team up for success.

Key Details

LocationDatesCostSeats
Bay Area, USAJuly 13 โ€“ August 9$9,99580

2025 Fall Applications Now Open

Join us for our first Fall programs

MENTORS

Expert help.
Within reach.

Gain access to industry experts who can help you in your journey of entrepreneurship. We put all of our mentors through a rigorous process to ensure that you have access to brilliant minds.

Our instructors

We attract incredibly intelligent and successful individuals who are ready to pay it forward to the next generation. Learn from individuals who help you understand business theory through the lens of their industry experience.

Guillaume
CEO
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Creatella, Singapore
INSEAD, ย Wharton
Forest
President
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LaunchX
University of Minnesota

LaunchX INย The numbers

See the results

450
+
Teams
90
%+
Teams Attained Customer Sales
2500
+
Launchies

What youโ€™ll be doing

Male and female launchies on a college campus giving a presentation.

Identification is the first step in developing your company. Honing in on the problem you hope to solve helps you get to the โ€œwhyโ€ of your business.

Male and female LaunchX students attending a class

Ideation allows you to take the problem and frame up solutions that fit your audience. This is a critical step that will set your course for the future.

Female LaunchX student

Iteration means approaching the problem from different angles, always looking for a better solution. New ways of framing the problem uncovers a better product.

Male LaunchX instructor talking with male and female launchies.

Implementation is the only way to actually launch a startup. Your team completes the launch by making sales and showcasing at Demo Day.

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Female mentor teaching on zoom
DAYโ€“TOโ€“DAY

Scheduled around your growth

We have continuously calibrated our schedule to ensure you develop your skillset. Core classes, mentor meetings, labs, electives, discussion groups, and community events all help you to be successful.

EVENTS

Your new community

Throughout the summer program there are many events to meet other Launchies, relax, and have a bit of fun.

Male and female launchies outside on a college campus roasting marshmallows over a fire

Which summer program is right for you?

Boston Entrepreneurship

$9,995 without financial awards
Apple M1
In-person program
Apple M1
Boston
2025
Program
Full Time
Available
Squares
Developed for high school students
Start a business
Battery
Join students from all around the world.
Video Camera
Financial awards available

Bay Area Entrepreneurship

$9,995 without financial awards
Apple M1
In-person program
Apple M1
Bay Area Entrepreneurship
2025
Program
Full Time
Available
Squares
Developed for high school students
Start a business
Battery
Join students from all around the world.
Video Camera
Financial awards available

Online Innovation

$4,995 without financial awards
Apple M1
Online program
2025
Program
Full Time
Available
Squares
Developed for high school students
Solve an existing business problem
Battery
Join students from all around the world.
Video Camera
Financial awards available

Online Entrepreneurship

$6,995 without financial awards
Apple M1
Online program
2025
Program
Full Time
Available
Squares
Developed for high school students
Start a business
Battery
Join students from all around the world.
Video Camera
Financial awards available

Online BootCamp

$1,995 without financial awards
Apple M1
Online program
2025
Program
Part Time
Available
Squares
Developed for high school students
Learn startup basics
Battery
Join students from all around the world.
Video Camera
Financial awards available

Designed for success

Our Curriculum

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Coursework that works

Our curriculum was designed by academic experts and practitioners specifically for high caliber students. The rigorous course material focuses on practical application that goes beyond theory.

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Continuous Feedback

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Growth accelerated

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To grow, you must receive feedback all the time. Throughout the entrepreneurship program, you will receive feedback from mentors and speakers who can help you process ideas and ultimately sharpen your skillset.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is LaunchX for?

All programs are built for high school students (typically aged 14-18)

Our Online Startup Experience Program allows for college-aged students also (typically aged 18-22).

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What does it cost?

Each program has a different cost. Check out our Program Comparison page for an overview of all our programs.

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What is your acceptance rate

Generally we have around a 30% acceptance rate. Our competitive programs allow us to offer incredible program experiences for all participants.

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What are the dates?

Each program will run at different times during the summer. Check out our Program Comparison page for an overview of all our programs.

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When is the the application due?

Our Fall Programs have 4 main deadlines โ€“
May 14 โ€“ Priority Deadline
July 15 โ€“ Early Deadline
Aug 6 โ€“ Financial Award Deadline
Aug 13 โ€“ Final Deadline

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Is there financial aid?

Yes, we do not want money to be the reason qualified applicants can't attend our summer program. We offer financial awards to students. You can find all the requirements on our Financial Award page.

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Still have questions?

Please contact us at help@launchx.com and weโ€™ll help you.