HBCU-Start@MiamiHerbert

HBCU-Start@MiamiHerbert (formerly UStart@MiamiHerbert) is Miami Herbert’s residential program for aspiring entrepreneurs from underrepresented groups. This six-day program is open to students from state-wide and national HBCUs (Historical Black Colleges and Universities) and Caribbean schools and universities. The experiential learning opportunities include an introduction to design technologies, exposure to the frontiers of computing and wearables, field visits to small- and medium-sized business incubators, and South Florida cultural content. The Team Pitch project asks students to develop and pitch their own business ideas collaboratively at the end of the week. Students will receive expert guidance from local and regional entrepreneurs, Miami Herbert faculty, and our sponsoring corporate executives, before presenting developed business proposals to a live panel who will select one winner and two runners-up to receive cash prizes. 

Don't miss an opportunity to be surrounded by leaders in a city made for entrepreneurs. 

Now Receiving Applications for Winter 2024 cohort!

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Program timeline

• October 15, 2023 at 11:59pm - Priority application deadline
• November 30, 2023 at 11:59pm - Application closes
• December 4-15, 2023 - Decisions are issued
• January 3-7, 2024 - Residency dates

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Early application is encouraged.