The Online Startup Experience Program is an 8-week program designed to provide real-world experience by placing participants as interns in real startups. Participants work with a cohort of like-minded youth from around the world on real projects, iterating to provide value to the startup and build a portfolio.
Stories from students at LaunchX
Overview of Online Startup Experience
📍Location
Online
📅 Application deadlines
- No upcoming deadlines
💸 Costs & Aid
- 4,495 USD
- $3,495 for LaunchX alum.
- Financial awards are available to qualified applicants, including international students, to help offset the cost of tuition. An equitable algorithm is used to calibrate awards. An application fee waiver is also available.
Eligibility Requirements
📋 General Requirements
The program is designed for high school and university students. LaunchX programs generally have around a 30% acceptance rate.
👥 Age Requirements
Typically aged 14-18 for high school students and 18-22 for college-aged students.
📚 Grade Requirements
High school and University students.
🌍 Eligible Countries
Worldwide🌎
Application Process
Apply by the stated deadlines (Priority, Early, Financial Award, Final) through the application portal. Mark interest in a Fee Waiver and Financial Awards and provide accurate, relevant information. Complete the Financial Award Application after submitting the main application if applying for financial awards.
📅 Part-time (5-10 hours per week)
Duration
8 weeks
Program Dates
Jun 1 - Jul 24
Application Deadlines
- Nov 12, 2025 - Priority DeadlineApplication Fee: 45 USD
- Jan 7, 2026 - Early DeadlineApplication Fee: 60 USD
- Feb 11, 2026 - Financial Award DeadlineApplication Fee: 75 USD
- Mar 4, 2026 - Final DeadlineApplication Fee: 75 USD
- Mar 25, 2026 - Extended DeadlineApplication Fee: 100 USD