FAQs

The experience is absolutely Free for all participants. We will provide and arrange your round trip travel, hotel accommodations, meals, program materials, and even free Wifi! This opportunity, valued at $2,900 per student, is no cost to you. All you have to do is show up with your laptop, a good attitude, and ready to work.

The deadline to apply is Sunday, May 24, 2020, at 11:59 pm EDT.

This program is only for students enrolled in a four- or five-year HBCU undergraduate degree program.

Thanks for your interest, but we’ve filled all our volunteer positions.

If you are interested in entrepreneurship the answer is most likely, “Yes”. If you’re motivated to build a product or startup and open to new ideas you’ll fit right in. If you’re someone who is willing to learn and wants to take a shot at changing the world, no matter what your field is, you definitely belong HERE!

All students regardless of coding ability or experience are welcome. Our program is a great place to learn, so come and build your first app! We’ll also have workshops to help you get started or to learn something new.

• Macbook or Laptop (and power cord)
• Mobile Phone (and charger)
• Comfortable Clothes
• A valid student or government ID
• Business cards
• Camera – (We encourage sharing pictures and video to share on social media)
• Lots of creative energy!

Optional: A second monitor, keyboard, etc…set yourself up to be productive!

This competition is dedicated to providing a fun, harassment-free experience for everyone. We expect all of our attendees, partners, volunteers, and staff to be respectful and considerate of others.