Startup Weekend @ Miami U.
The fastest way to earn 1 credit* and change your life.
*Officially, this counts as a class. Unofficially, it’s a weekend fueled by free Red Bulls, great meals, and a desire to work hard.
Why Do This? Why Step Out of Your Comfort Zone?
Because that is where growth happens. Startup Weekend throws you into real problem-solving, fast teamwork, and the thrill of pitching to a live audience. It’s high-energy, sometimes challenging, and always memorable. You’ll laugh, you’ll push yourself, and you’ll come away with stories you’ll be telling long after the weekend ends.
Students say:
“I am going to tell anyone who asks about it to do it at least once. It’s great for LinkedIn, portfolios, and other things, plus my mom is super proud.”
Keep reading below to see what you would be doing and why it might make your mom so proud.
STUDENT Interest Form
Share your name with us and let us know if you are ready to sign up and be registered for this unique 1 credit class opportunity.
The Journey
Friday Night: Ideas Take Off
You’ll kick off the weekend surrounded by energy and possibility. Pitch your own idea or join a team that excites you. By the end of the night, you’ll be part of a group that’s ready to tackle something big.
Students say:
“This was a life-changing weekend.”
“The time and incentive to sit down with motivated peers to tackle a problem was really cool!”
Saturday: Build, Test, Learn
This is where the magic happens. You’ll spend the day turning ideas into real solutions with teammates and mentors by your side. Expect inspiring sessions, lots of revisions, challenges, and breakthroughs that will push you out of your comfort zone.
Students Say:
“Fun, engaging, interactive.”
“It was so helpful to have mentors stay for long periods of time who care about us and our ideas.”
“A unique way to quickly formulate ideas and learn how to pivot fast.”
Sunday: Pitch & Celebrate
It all comes together on stage. You and your team will pitch your idea to a panel of judges and cheer for what everyone has built. Win or lose, you’ll leave proud of what you accomplished in just 54 hours.
Students say:
“An incredible experience! It’s super intensive and you’ll put in a lot of hours but you will learn so much and it’s 100% worth it!”
“A great confidence booster and forced us to really take action.”
“Do you wanna learn how to start a business and add value to yourself? Then do this!”
What You’ll Take With You
Real-world experience you can put on your resume
Confidence in your ability to solve problems, lead, and pitch
New friendships and connections that last well beyond the weekend
A story you’ll be proud to share in interviews, classrooms, or with future co-founders
Oh, and there are various giveaways and
$5,000 in prize money
to award. So, you might be taking some of that with you too :-)