Startup Bootcamp is a short intensive program for HBS RC students who want to learn the skills, tools, and practices of rigorous, experimentation-driven startups.
You’ll gain hands-on experience with customer discovery, execute on early-stage experiments, discover giant holes in your business model, and go back to the drawing board more than once. Whether you move forward with this idea or shelve it for something else, putting in these reps builds your startup muscle.
In Partnership
The Rock Center for Entrepreneurship is the hub of entrepreneurial activity at HBS, helping students turn bold ideas into impactful ventures. In partnership with Startup Bootcamp, Rock can help you find team members, meet with Entrepreneurs-in-Residence, and connect with EC founders for advice.
Program Overview 2025 - 2026
Monday, September 15th, 2025: Information Session (5:00pm-6:00pm) in Aldrich 208
Thursday September 25th, 2025: Team Matching Session (5:00pm-6:30pm) in Chao 120
—> Thursday, October 2nd, 2025: Team Application Due at 11:59pm <—
Saturday, November 1, 2025: Fall Workshop (9am - 4pm) REQUIRED for all admitted teams
January 16th-23rd, 2026: January Immersion( Weekend days required with Monday 1/19 off for MLK holiday)
TBD: Bootcamp January Deliverable