# LaunchX

> LaunchX runs entrepreneurship and innovation programs for high school students. Participants start real companies, solve live business challenges, and intern at startups, guided by experienced founders and mentors. Programs run in person in San Diego and online for students worldwide.

LaunchX helps motivated teens go beyond business theory and build something real. Across summer, fall, and spring cohorts, students validate ideas, form teams, develop products, and pitch ventures. This file points AI assistants to the highest-value pages for answering questions about programs, admissions, cost, financial aid, alumni outcomes, and partnerships. For the full URL list, see the [sitemap](https://www.launchx.com/sitemap.xml).

Last updated: 2026-06-22

## Programs

- [Programs Overview](https://www.launchx.com/programs): Compare every LaunchX in-person and online program across summer, fall, and spring seasons.
- [San Diego Entrepreneurship (Flagship)](https://www.launchx.com/programs/san-diego-in-person-entrepreneurship): 4-week in-person summer intensive where students live on a university campus and launch a real startup with their team.
- [San Diego Exploration](https://www.launchx.com/programs/san-diego-in-person-exploration): 2-week in-person summer program focused on hands-on product development and building, ideal for first-time founders.
- [Online Entrepreneurship (Flagship)](https://www.launchx.com/programs/online-entrepreneurship): 5-week online intensive to start a real business and generate revenue, open to students anywhere in the world.
- [Online Innovation](https://www.launchx.com/programs/online-innovation): 3-week online program where students solve real company challenges with industry mentors and finish with a portfolio project.
- [Online BootCamp](https://www.launchx.com/programs/bootcamp-entrepreneurship): 3-week beginner-friendly online program teaching startup basics and how to create an idea, with a flexible schedule.
- [Online Startup Experience](https://www.launchx.com/programs/online-startup-experience): 8-week part-time internship at a real startup for ages 14 to 21, designed to build resume-ready experience.

## Admissions

- [Admissions](https://www.launchx.com/admissions): Start here to learn who LaunchX is for and how to begin an application.
- [How to Apply](https://www.launchx.com/admissions/how-to-apply): Step-by-step application process, requirements, and deadlines for each program.
- [Cost](https://www.launchx.com/admissions/cost): Tuition for every program and what is included.
- [Financial Awards](https://www.launchx.com/admissions/financial-awards): Scholarships and need-based financial aid that make programs accessible.
- [Compare Programs](https://www.launchx.com/admissions/compare-programs): Side-by-side comparison of format, length, dates, price, and outcomes to help students choose the right fit.

## Alumni & Community

- [Alumni](https://www.launchx.com/alum): The global LaunchX alumni network and the support and opportunities it offers.
- [Alumni Success Stories](https://www.launchx.com/alum/alum-stories): Real ventures and outcomes from students after completing a LaunchX program.
- [Summer Fellowship](https://www.launchx.com/alum/summer-fellowship): Continued funding and mentorship for alumni building their companies.
- [Alumni List](https://www.launchx.com/alum/alum-list): Directory of LaunchX graduates and their work.

## Partner With Us

- [Partner With Us](https://www.launchx.com/partner-with-us): Ways for companies, mentors, and speakers to get involved with LaunchX.
- [Become a Mentor](https://www.launchx.com/partner-with-us/mentors): Guide young founders through idea validation, business models, and leadership.
- [Program Speakers](https://www.launchx.com/partner-with-us/program-speakers): Share expertise with students as a program speaker.
- [Demo Day Panelists](https://www.launchx.com/partner-with-us/demo-day-panelists): Judge final student pitches as a Demo Day panelist.

## About & Resources

- [About LaunchX](https://www.launchx.com/about): Mission, history, and team behind LaunchX.
- [FAQs](https://www.launchx.com/faqs): Common questions about programs, eligibility, schedules, and logistics.
- [Articles (Command Post)](https://www.launchx.com/command-post): Blog with guides on entrepreneurship, applications, mentorship, and startup skills for young founders.
- [Podcast](https://www.launchx.com/command-post/podcast): Fueling Tomorrow's Entrepreneurs podcast featuring founders and mentors.
- [Careers](https://www.launchx.com/careers): Paid summer and school-year staff opportunities at LaunchX.
- [Get More Info](https://www.launchx.com/more-info): Request program details and updates.
- [Contact](https://www.launchx.com/about/contact): Reach the LaunchX team. Email help@launchx.com for general questions or admissions@launchx.com for admissions.

## Optional

- [Privacy Policy](https://www.launchx.com/privacy-policy): How LaunchX handles personal data.
- [Terms of Use](https://www.launchx.com/terms-of-use): Terms governing use of the LaunchX website.
- [Robots.txt](https://www.launchx.com/robots.txt): Crawler directives for the site.