01
Explore a problem
Find a customer problem worth working on. Talk to people, test your assumptions, and decide what your team will focus on.
Research & team formationUCSB Startup Weekend
A 24-hour startup competition.
For students across every major.
Exact date and location to be announced.
01 / The eventA 24-hour
A 24-hour
competition.
Work with a team to explore a problem, build a prototype, and present a business idea.
UCSB Startup Weekend brings students from different majors together for a focused, hands-on competition. Come with an idea or find one with your team.
Competition details- Duration
- 24 hours
- When
- To be announced
- Where
- UC Santa BarbaraRoom to be announced
- Who
- All majorsNo experience required
02 / The formatWhat you’ll
What you’ll
work on.
From an initial problem to a prototype and a pitch, in one weekend.
02
Build a prototype
Make a usable version of your idea. Choose the simplest format that lets someone try it and give you feedback. AI credits will be given.
Design & development03
Work out the business
Explain who your customer is, how you will reach them, and how your idea could sustain itself.
Customers & business model04
Present your work
Show your prototype, share what you learned, and explain the decisions your team made.
Demo & pitchSponsors will be announced here.
01Who can take part?
UCSB students from every major are welcome. You do not need startup experience, a business degree, or a technical background.
02Do I need an idea or a team?
No. You can express interest on your own. Let us know whether you are looking for teammates or plan to join with a team. If you are joining with a team, list every teammate’s name and email in your application. Team formation details will be shared before the event.
03When and where is it?
The competition will take place at UC Santa Barbara. The exact date, room, and venue access details are still being confirmed.
04Do I need to know how to code?
No. Teams need people who can research, design, build, and explain an idea. A usable prototype can take different forms; it does not have to be a fully coded app.
05Does applying guarantee a place?
Submitting an application does not guarantee a place. The organizers will share participation details using the email you provide.
Take part in
Startup Weekend.
Submit your application to take part.
Apply to competeAll majors welcome. No experience required.