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Summer Launch Program
Also known as: UGA Summer Launch, Summer Launch Accelerator
University of Georgia · Athens, Georgia
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- No equity required
- Currently active
- Verified by research
Key numbers
Funding range
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Equity
None
Application
Annual
Institution Wide
Last activity
2026-06-28
High confidence
Summer Launch Program
The Summer Launch Program is UGA's flagship 8-week summer accelerator, run in partnership with ATDC. Teams receive $5,000 in non-dilutive funding to launch their business over the summer, with weekly mentorship meetings with experienced entrepreneurs, and compete for an additional $5,000 at Demo Day.
Key Details
- Duration: 8 weeks (summer)
- Funding: $5,000 grant + up to $5,000 additional at Demo Day
- Partner: ATDC (Advanced Technology Development Center)
- 2026 dates: June 23 – August 4
- Equity: None — non-dilutive
Program Structure
- Weekly meetings with experienced entrepreneurs
- Business model development
- Customer acquisition strategy
- Pitch coaching
- Demo Day competition
Recent Winners
- SYL — Calendar service platform
News & articles
News articles and official sources documenting Summer Launch Program at University of Georgia.
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UGA Terry College of Business
Summer Launch Program
URL: https://www.terry.uga.edu/entrepreneurship/summer-launch-program/ Captured: 2026-06-28 The Summer Launch Program is an 8-week intensive summer accelerator for UGA student startups, providing $5,000 in program funding plus an additional $5,000 awarded at Demo Day. Students work full-time on their ventures with structured mentorship, workshops, and access to Studio 225 and entrepreneurship ecosystem resources.
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