LaunchX is thrilled to announce that our 2026 In-Person LocationX Flagship Entrepreneurship Program will officially be hosted at University of California, San Diego. Join us in a city bursting with ocean views, fresh ideas, and one of the most collaborative innovation communities in the U.S. After months of scouting, our team was genuinely impressed with the local opportunities, from startup hubs and makerspaces to leaders eager to engage with the next generation of builders.
And this year, we’re doing something special.
Students can now begin with our 2-week Exploration Program and choose to stay an additional 4 weeks for the full Flagship experience — the longest continuous LaunchX stay we’ve ever offered. That means more time to build, iterate, pitch, and bond with fellow entrepreneurs… all under the San Diego sun.
Even better? The LaunchX Team stays the same from start to finish. So whether you’re exploring your first idea or scaling your final prototype, you’ll be supported by the same expert mentors, teachers, and program staff who know your goals, strengths, and startup story.
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Turn an idea into a real product through hands-on workshops, targeted mentorship, prototyping sessions, and user testing.
Hear from founders, investors, and innovators who are excited to meet you — especially in a city known for biotech, sustainability, consumer tech, and social impact.
You’ll join a dynamic group of young entrepreneurs from around the world and collaborate with teammates who bring diverse perspectives and skill sets.
In-person means access: visits to local hubs, real-world pitch opportunities, and the chance to see how ideas turn into impact in one of the most forward-thinking cities in the U.S.
With our new 2-week + 4-week pathway, you can deepen your skills, refine your business model, and leave with stronger deliverables than ever before.
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Applications are now open. Apply today and join us in San Diego — where your biggest ideas get room to grow.
