Apply Today! Fall 2024 Bootcamp 1.0: Online Business Accelerator Open Enrollment

Fall 2024 Entrepreneurs Bootcamp 1.0 Online Business Accelerator

The Entrepreneurs Bootcamp is an online business accelerator that helps educate Kentucky's aspiring entrepreneurs launch new ventures.  All eligible students, staff, faculty, and Kentucky entrepreneurs are welcome to apply to the program. Bootcamp is only open to Kentucky-based entrepreneurs.  All other entrepreneurs outside the state are encouraged to seek out your local state resources. Eligibility and acceptance into Bootcamp is competitive and capacity is limited. Previous participants/graduates of Bootcamp will not be eligible.

All applications fields must be completed as instructed, or your application will not be considered.  A 500 word project description is required for anyone coming into the accelerator with a business idea.

Bootcamp offers weekly educational training sessions geared towards early stage entrepreneurs that are interested in launching a company, networking with local startup community advisors, and creating a competitive business model. It is highly recommended that all interested applicants review the Handbook before applying. For a full overview of the online business accelerator and academic credit offering, click here. 

Anyone seeking to take Bootcamp for academic credit should enroll in the Monday section.

Anyone seeking a certificate in entrepreneurship at The University of Kentucky should review the requirements for the Innovation in Entrepreneurial Thinking certification program (iNet) through the College of Communication and Information.

Virtual orientation is mandatory for anyone enrolling in the Fall 2024 accelerator. Click here to RSVP for orientation, being held on August 19, 2024 via zoom meeting.

Once you have RSVP'd for orientation, Click here to Apply to Bootcamp