Spring 2025! Apply for Bootcamp 1.0 Business Accelerator!

Spring 2025 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. The Spring 2025 application DEADLINE is Sunday, January 12, 2025.  

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 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.

Please apply to be considered for the accelerator, and contact Warren Nash if you have any questions: warren.nash@uky.edu
If you are experiencing any issues with the application, please contact Jared Magolan: jared.m@uky.edu