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LaunchX is a nationally recognized entrepreneurship program for ambitious high school students who want to move beyond classroom theory and actually build something real. Founded by entrepreneurs from MIT, Harvard, and Northwestern, LaunchX is best known for its intensive startup accelerators that guide students through the full entrepreneurial process — from idea generation and market research to product development and pitching.

Students can choose from immersive in-person programs in San Diego or several online options, each tailored to different interests, time commitments, and levels of experience. Across all formats, LaunchX emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and hands-on learning, with a strong focus on creativity, leadership, and real-world problem solving.

In-Person Programs (San Diego)

San Diego Flagship Entrepreneurship Program

Location: UC San Diego
Format: Residential, in person
Length: 4 weeks (July 12 – Aug 8)
Cost: Approximately $11,495

LaunchX’s San Diego Flagship Entrepreneurship Program is a four-week, full-time accelerator designed for students who want a deep, immersive startup experience. Hosted on the campus of UC San Diego, this program challenges participants to work in small teams to launch a real startup from scratch.

Students begin by identifying meaningful problems, conducting customer discovery, and validating ideas. From there, teams develop minimum viable products, refine business models, and prepare investor-style pitches. Throughout the program, students receive guidance from experienced mentors, entrepreneurs, and guest speakers with backgrounds in startups, venture capital, and technology.

By the end of the program, teams present their ventures to a panel, gaining valuable experience in pitching, communication, and strategic thinking.

This program is best suited for students who:
• Are highly motivated and ready for an intensive, fast-paced experience
• Want to explore entrepreneurship as a potential academic or career path
• Enjoy collaboration, leadership, and creative problem solving

San Diego Exploration Program

Location: UC San Diego
Format: Residential, in person
Length: 2 weeks (June 27 – July 11)
Cost: Approximately $6,495

The San Diego Exploration Program offers a shorter, more introductory experience for students curious about entrepreneurship but not yet ready for a full accelerator. Over two weeks, participants explore the foundations of startup thinking, innovation, and product development in a supportive, hands-on environment.

Students work through ideation exercises, learn the basics of market research and prototyping, and collaborate with peers on early-stage venture concepts. The program emphasizes experimentation and exposure rather than launching a fully developed startup, making it an excellent entry point for younger students or those new to entrepreneurship.

This program is ideal for students who:
• Want a taste of entrepreneurship without a month-long commitment
• Are exploring interests in business, innovation, or design
• Prefer a structured but exploratory learning experience

Summer Online Programs

Online Innovation Program

Format: Online, full-time
Length: 3 weeks (June 8-26)
Cost: Approximately $4,495

The Online Innovation Program is a fast-paced, project-based experience focused on solving real-world business challenges. Rather than building their own startups, students collaborate on innovation projects tied to real companies or industry problems.

Participants develop skills in design thinking, market analysis, and creative problem solving while working remotely with teammates from around the world. The program is highly interactive, with live sessions, group work, and mentorship woven throughout.

Best for students who:
• Are interested in innovation but not necessarily launching a startup
• Enjoy applied problem solving and team-based projects
• Want a shorter, intensive online experience

Online Flagship Entrepreneurship Program

Format: Online, full-time
Length: 5 weeks (July 13 – Aug 14)
Cost: Approximately $6,495

The Online Flagship Entrepreneurship Program mirrors the core structure of LaunchX’s in-person accelerator in a fully virtual format. Over five weeks, students work in teams to ideate, validate, and develop a startup concept, guided by LaunchX mentors and instructors.

Students engage in customer interviews, refine value propositions, build early prototypes, and learn how to communicate their ideas effectively. While virtual, the program maintains a strong sense of collaboration and accountability through live sessions and structured milestones.

This program is a strong fit for students who:
• Want a rigorous entrepreneurship experience but cannot attend in person
• Are self-motivated and comfortable working online
• Hope to build a meaningful venture during the summer

Online Startup Experience

Format: Online, part-time
Length: 8 weeks (June 1 – July 24)
Cost: Approximately $4,495

The Online Startup Experience offers a different take on entrepreneurship by placing students inside real startups rather than asking them to build their own. Over eight weeks, participants work part-time on meaningful projects for early-stage companies, gaining exposure to startup operations, strategy, and execution.

Students might assist with market research, product development, growth strategy, or operations, depending on the startup’s needs. This program emphasizes professional skills, workplace experience, and learning by doing.

Ideal for students who:
• Want practical exposure to startup culture
• Prefer a part-time summer commitment
• Are interested in entrepreneurship from an operational or career perspective

Why LaunchX?

Across all formats, LaunchX stands out for its emphasis on real outcomes. Rather than simulated exercises, students engage with authentic problems, real customers, and tangible projects. Participants leave with stronger collaboration skills, increased confidence, and a clearer sense of whether entrepreneurship is a path they want to pursue.

For students interested in business, innovation, engineering, or leadership, LaunchX offers a challenging and rewarding summer experience that aligns well with selective college admissions narratives focused on initiative and impact.