LaunchX, the leading global entrepreneurship program for high school students, has opened applications for its 2026 programs, offering students a year-round lineup of hands-on startup and innovation experiences. From short online bootcamps to immersive in-person accelerators, LaunchX empowers students worldwide to go from idea to real-world impact.
“We’ve been working hard this year to update our curriculum to create a truly holistic entrepreneurship journey across all our programs,” said Forest Richter, President of LaunchX. “For 2026, students can mix and match multiple programs within the same season — giving them the chance to grow faster and take their entrepreneurial journey to the next level.”
3 weeks, part-time (≈2 hours/day) — $1,995
Learn startup fundamentals alongside a global community of students. Perfect for first-time entrepreneurs.
3 weeks, part-time (≈2 hours/day) — $1,995
Learn startup fundamentals alongside a global community of students. Perfect for first-time entrepreneurs.
8 weeks, part-time (≈5–10 hours/week) — $4,495
Intern with a real startup and gain hands-on experience in the fast-paced world of innovation.
3 weeks, full-time — $4,995
Solve real problems for existing businesses and learn how to think like an intrapreneur.
5 weeks, full-time — $6,495
Go from idea to launch — build your startup with the guidance of experienced mentors and founders.
2 weeks, full-time — $6,495
Held on the UC San Diego campus, this hands-on program helps students move from customer discovery to prototype. Ideal preparation for LaunchX’s flagship experience.
4 weeks, full-time — $11,495
To be announced at a major U.S. university campus. Launch your startup alongside 120 students from around the world in this intensive entrepreneurship accelerator.
All programs are designed for high school students (ages 14–18), with select options available for students up to age 21. Financial awards and scholarships are available for most programs.
LaunchX encourages students to combine programs to accelerate their growth — for example, completing a Winter or Spring BootCamp before joining a Summer Innovation or Entrepreneurship program. This year-round approach allows students to progress from learning startup basics to launching real companies with global peers and mentors.
Applications are open now for all 2026 programs. Head to apply.launchx.com to start your application.
Explore details and apply at launchx.com/programs.
LaunchX empowers high school students worldwide to develop entrepreneurial mindsets and build real companies. Founded at MIT, LaunchX programs blend business fundamentals, innovation, and mentorship to help students go from idea to impact. With alumni across 100+ countries, LaunchX continues to redefine what’s possible for the next generation of innovators.
