Calling all USC Trojans – experience startup life and learn what it takes to start a company!
Join the USC and Techstars Startup Weekend 2026 on March 27-29, 2026 where you will have the chance to pitch your idea, meet co-founders, and build the foundation of a new startup—all in one weekend!
Startup Weekend is a three-day event designed to develop raw and faculty/graduate researched ideas from USC faculty/staff, alumni, and students. Participants work on tech and digitally enabled solutions, in industries such as those in D eepTech, Health / BioTech, AI, EdTech, FinTech, and more. Whether you’re curious about startups or a serial entrepreneur, join us in the room to come experience innovation in action!
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This program is open to all eligible individuals. USC operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the university’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation or any other prohibited factor.