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Pava Center Summer Incubator
Also known as: JHU Summer Incubator
Johns Hopkins University · Baltimore, MD
6-week in-person summer incubator program at the Pava Center (typically May-June). Student founders work intensively on their ventures Monday-Friday, 10am-2pm (20 hrs/week minimum). Structured program with workshops, mentorship, guest speakers, field trips, and weekly meals.
Quick fit check
- Offers direct funding
- No equity required
- Currently active
- Verified by research
Key numbers
Funding range
$4,500 – $6,000
Equity
None
Application
Annual
Campus Wide
Last activity
2026-06-24
High confidence
Application and Timing
Applications open mid-February, priority deadline early March. Program runs six weeks starting mid-May.
Participants
JHU student innovators with any stage venture — from idea to early product. Solo founders and teams accepted. Recent graduates not eligible unless enrolled in another program for fall.
Funding and Equity
$4,500-$6,000 stipend per team, paid in two portions. Non-dilutive grant funding. No equity taken.
Recent Activity
Active annually. 2026 program with priority deadline March 2, 2026. Serves as pipeline into ongoing accelerator tracks and funding opportunities.
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