High School
Entrepreneurship
Bootcamp
Empowering young builders. Hosted by the leading startup accelerator at UC Berkeley, Free Ventures.
PROGRAM BENEFITS
What You'll Gain
Everything you need to go from idea to launch
Startup Fundamentals
Master design thinking, lean startup methodology, and problem validation techniques.
Find Co-Founders
Connect with like-minded peers and build your founding team from day one.
Real Case Studies
Learn from successful startups and understand what makes companies succeed or fail.
Expert Mentorship
Get guidance from UC Berkeley students and YC-backed founders who've been there.
Launch Your Product
Go from idea to MVP - ship something real by the end of the program.
Pitch Competition
Present your startup to a panel of investors and industry experts. Win upto $10K in prizes.
INDUSTRY LEADERS
Mentors From
Learn from professionals at the world's most innovative companies
THE JOURNEY
8-Week Timeline
From first idea to final pitch
Ideation & Design Thinking
Generate and validate startup ideas using structured brainstorming frameworks. Learn how to identify real problems worth solving.
Market Research
Conduct user interviews and analyze your target audience. Map out your competitive landscape and identify your unique value proposition.
Business Models & Strategy
Explore case studies to learn unit economics & pricing models. Create your own lean business canvas.
MVP Development
Turn your validated idea into a minimum viable product. Learn rapid prototyping techniques, no-code tools, and how to ship fast without sacrificing quality.
User Testing & Iteration
Put your MVP in front of real users and gather actionable feedback. Learn how to run effective user tests, measure key metrics, and iterate quickly.
Growth & Marketing
Master customer acquisition channels and growth strategies. Dive into social media marketing, content strategy, SEO basics, and more.
Storytelling
Craft a compelling narrative that resonates with investors and customers. Build your pitch deck, practice delivery, and learn how to handle Q&A.
Demo Day
Present your startup to a panel of investors, founders, and industry experts. Compete for $10K in prizes and receive personalized feedback.
QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked
Everything you need to know before applying
Join the next generation
of entrepreneurs
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The sooner you apply, the sooner you can start building.