Harvard Undergraduate Ventures-TECH Summer Program (HUVTSP)
Harvard Undergraduate Ventures-TECH Summer Program (HUVTSP)
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Overview of Harvard Undergraduate Ventures-TECH Summer Program (HUVTSP)
The Harvard Undergraduate Ventures-TECH Summer Program (HUVTSP) is a premier high school innovation academy. This selective online program offers students hands-on experience through internships with cutting-edge, VC-backed startups and mentorship from world-renowned CEOs, investors, and Harvard faculty. Participants will work directly with founders and C-suite executives. No prior entrepreneurial experience is expected or required; motivated self-starters with an interest in gaining experience in a specific industry or learning more about startups are encouraged to apply.
📍Location
Online
📅 Application deadlines
- Dec 31
Summer
💸 Costs & Aid
- 4,750 USD
- Tuition for the 6-week program is $4750. There is also a $35 application fee.
- Financial aid is available on a case-by-case basis for accepted high school students with demonstrated need. In 2024, several students received scholarships covering 100% of their tuition. Admissions are need-blind. Financial aid extends only to program fees, not the application fee.
Eligibility Requirements
📋 General Requirements
Admissions are competitive, considering applicants’ ambition, motivation, interest in early-stage startups, and academic readiness. Motivated self-starters and go-getters with an interest in gaining experience in a specific industry or learning more about startups are encouraged to apply. Demonstrated interest in startups, technology, business, or gaining hands-on experience in a particular discipline is a plus. Students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs may not participate; however, students who have graduated high school but are on a gap year or are yet to begin their undergraduate studies may apply.
👥 Age Requirements
Not explicitly stated, but the program is for high school students. Students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs may not participate. Students who have graduated high school but are on a gap year or are yet to begin their undergraduate studies may apply.
📚 Grade Requirements
All high school grades are encouraged to apply.
🌍 Eligible Countries
High school student of Worldwide
Application Process
There are three admissions rounds: invite-only, early, and regular. Students may be requested to participate in an interview via Zoom.
📅 Summer
Duration
6 weeks
Program Dates
Jun 9, 2025 - Jul 18, 2025
Application Deadlines
- Feb 28 — Early AdmissionsApplication Fee: 35 USD
Non-refundable.
- Apr 14 — Regular AdmissionsApplication Fee: 35 USD
Non-refundable.
- Dec 31 — Invite-Only RoundApplication Fee: 35 USD
Non-refundable.
📅 Summer
Duration
6 weeks
Program Dates
Jul 7, 2025 - Aug 15, 2025
Application Deadlines
- Feb 28 — Early AdmissionsApplication Fee: 35 USD
Non-refundable.
- Apr 14 — Regular AdmissionsApplication Fee: 35 USD
Non-refundable.
- Dec 31 — Invite-Only RoundApplication Fee: 35 USD
Non-refundable.