ZIP Launchpad
Launching the Next Generation of Disruptive Startups
The ZIP Launchpad helps SDSU students, staff, faculty, and researchers launch a startup from their early stage idea. We strive to provide them a transformational experience to complement their SDSU education and launch successful startups into the community.
Have an idea to improve food security? Apply to the SDSU Social Venture Challenge for your chance to win a share of $35,000. Get hands on mentoring to improve your pitch and compete for funding.
ZIP Launchpad Spring 2026:
Applications Open Jan 1, 2026
Apply to Social Venture Challenge
Launched Teams
We're Your Idea Launchpad
1. Bring Your Idea
Application is open once per semester, start early!
2. Develop
Our advisors, mentors, and resources support your journey.
3. Launch
Grow your idea into a launched business.
A Track Record of Success
42 Teams Successfully Launched
Over 500 teams with over 1,091 students helped
Over $73 million raised by teams
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