The Polsky Center Build and Launch summer accelerators give teams the opportunity to work intensively and solely on their businesses and social enterprises in a collaborative and dynamic environment over the summer.

The Build accelerator allows students to focus on building the key elements of their venture and validating assumptions around their market or customers, while the Launch accelerator focuses on fundraising, selling, and gaining and maintaining momentum.

Application closes on March 30th, 2026 at 3pm CT for the Build and Launch Accelerator. Please reach out to Paul (paul.cavalieri@chicagobooth.edu) with any application questions.