Start your Journey

Join from anywhere around the world and gain the fundamental skills you need to explore a viable business idea.

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Location

Online (Worldwide)

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Dates

May 15 - May 29

Sept 11 - Sept 25

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Commitment

~2 hours per day

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Cost

$2,495

Start your Journey

Join from anywhere around the world and gain the fundamental skills you need to explore a viable business idea.

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Location
Online (Worldwide)
🗓️
Dates
May 15 - May 29
Sept 11 - Sept 25
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Commitment
2 weeks
💰
Cost
$2,495

Master the Basics.

You'll take your own idea from a blank page to a working prototype, entirely online and at your own pace, working independently while getting deep, personalized feedback from instructors and mentors at every step.

Gain the fundamental skills you need to join the startup world.

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Build From Anywhere

Join a flexible online program from anywhere in the world.

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Global Community

Work with a diverse community of students from around the world.

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Expert Guidance

Get support from experienced professionals and startup experts.

Master the Basics.

You'll take your own idea from a blank page to a working prototype, entirely online and at your own pace, working independently while getting deep, personalized feedback from instructors and mentors at every step.

Gain the fundamental skills you need to join the startup world.

‍

Build From Anywhere

Join a flexible online program from anywhere in the world.

Global Community

Work with a diverse community of students from around the world.

Expert Guidance

Get support from experienced professionals and startup experts.

Master the Basics.



The Online Summer Innovation Program gives you the chance to solve a real company's business problem.

Partner with students from all over the world to understand a challenge a business if facing and work on a solution. Don’t wait for the future – create it!

Build From Anywhere

Build From Anywhere

Join a flexible online program from anywhere in the world.

Global Community

Work with a diverse community of students from around the world.

Expert Guidance

Get support from experienced professionals and startup experts.

2027 Applications

Applications for our 2027 programs are now open! Join a community of ambitious young entrepreneurs, build something meaningful, and turn your ideas into action.

Your team awaits.

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.

Apply early, save more

Summer 2027 applications

The earlier you apply, the lower your fee. Apply by the Financial Award Deadline to be considered for aid.

Start your application

Application fee if submitted by

Applications open
October 1, 2026
$50
Priority Deadline
November 11, 2026
$75
Early Deadline
January 21, 2027
$100
Financial Award Deadline
March 4, 2027
$100
Final Deadline
March 31, 2027
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What you’ll be doing

Learn to spot real opportunities before you fall in love with a solution. You'll run needs assessments, generate ideas through structured brainstorming, and apply strategic frameworks, from SWOT to Blue Ocean Strategy, to sharpen your problem statement.

Your first job as a founder is to really understand your customer. You'll apply the Jobs-to-Be-Done framework, plan and conduct real customer interviews, and pressure-test your value proposition through live reviews and one-on-one founder feedback sessions.

Turn your idea into something tangible. You'll explore MVP types and rapid prototyping tools: no-code, low-code, and AI-assisted, to bring your first proof-of-concept to life.

Bring it all together and share your work. You'll craft your pitch, sharpen it through live reviews and founder hot seats, and present your prototype on Demo Day in front of instructors and mentors.

Events

We offer online events throughout the program for you to relax, connect with other Launchies, and have a bit of fun outside of your work.

From online games and creative challenges to virtual hangouts and social activities, there’s always something new to try and people to meet.

Male and female launchies on zoom call for online summer program

Problem & Ideation

Learn to spot real opportunities before you fall in love with a solution. You'll run needs assessments, generate ideas through structured brainstorming, and apply strategic frameworks, from SWOT to Blue Ocean Strategy, to sharpen your problem statement.

Market & Customer

Your first job as a founder is to really understand your customer. You'll apply the Jobs-to-Be-Done framework, plan and conduct real customer interviews, and pressure-test your value proposition through live reviews and one-on-one founder feedback sessions.

Product & Prototyping

Turn your idea into something tangible. You'll explore MVP types and rapid prototyping tools: no-code, low-code, and AI-assisted, to bring your first proof-of-concept to life.

Feedback

Hear Launchie's Opinions

Cárdenas and Bai
Jefferson Cooper
"LaunchX is great because it's challenging. You learn a lot from the experience when it comes from teamwork and collaboration."
Harshita Arora
Sanath Muralidhara
"I enjoyed working with my team to solve a real-world problem with the guidance of LaunchX staff and interns."
Michael Matias
Bailey Cherry
"LaunchX provides a really unique experience when it comes to mentorship."
Joana Baptista
Afitab Iyigun
"This was a great opportunity and one of my best experiences."
Cárdenas and Bai
Jefferson Cooper
"LaunchX is great because it's challenging. You learn a lot from the experience when it comes from teamwork and collaboration."
Harshita Arora
Sanath Muralidhara
"I enjoyed working with my team to solve a real-world problem with the guidance of LaunchX staff and interns."
Michael Matias
Bailey Cherry
"LaunchX provides a really unique experience when it comes to mentorship."
Joana Baptista
Afitab Iyigun
"This was a great opportunity and one of my best experiences."

LaunchX IN The numbers

See the results

500
+
Teams
90
%+
Teams Attained Customer Sales
3000
+
Launchies
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Launch
Fulltime
4 weeks
$13,495
Immersive
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Entrepreneurship Program
In-Person
Beginner
Intermediate
Launch your startup
4 weeks
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Immersive
June 27 – July 24
Online
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Launch
Full time
5 weeks
$7,495
Intensive
Online (Worldwide)
Online Entrepreneurship
Online
Beginner
Intermediate
Start a real business
5 weeks
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Intensive
July 5 – August 6
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Learn
~2 hours per day
2 weeks
$2,495
~2 hrs/day
Sept 11 - Sept 25
Online (Worldwide)
Online BootCamp
Online
Beginner
Intermediate
Learn startup basics
2 weeks
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~2 hrs/day
May 15 - May 29

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply to LaunchX’s Online BootCamp?

All programs are designed for high school students ages 14–18.

How much does the LaunchX Online BootCamp Program cost?

The Online BootCamp costs $2,495.

What is the acceptance rate for LaunchX programs?

~30% for Entrepreneurship Programs.

When is the deadline to apply for LaunchX’s Online BootCamp?

Our Application has 4 main deadlines

Summer Priority Deadline — November 11, 2026
Summer Early Deadline — January 21, 2027
Summer Financial Aid Deadline — March 4, 2027
Summer Final Deadline — March 31, 2027

Is financial aid available?

Yes. LaunchX offers financial awards to ensure qualified students can attend. Details are available on our Financial Award page.

Still have questions?

Please contact us at help@launchx.com and we’ll help you.