Startup U
Startup U hails from the producers of House of Food and follows a group of entrepreneurial millennials as they embark on a semester at Draper University in Silicon Valley. Led by billionaire founder/venture capitalist Draper, the seven-week program teaches the fundamentals of launching a startup company under the mentorship of America's business leaders. Students will pitch their ideas to a panel of venture capitalists with the hope that they'll receive a life-changing investment to launch their business.
- 2015-2015
- 1 season
- Reality
Startup U hails from the producers of House of Food and follows a group of entrepreneurial millennials as they embark on a semester at Draper University in Silicon Valley. Led by billionaire founder/venture capitalist Draper, the seven-week program teaches the fundamentals of launching a startup company under the mentorship of America's business leaders. Students will pitch their ideas to a panel of venture capitalists with the hope that they'll receive a life-changing investment to launch their business.
Season 1 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2015
Episode 1
Welcome to Draper University
Tue, Aug 18, 2015 43 mins
Ten millennials, seeking funding for their business ideas, enroll in an eccentric billionaire Tim Draper's university for entrepreneurs. After receiving mixed reviews for her business, Erin struggles in the program.
Episode 2
The Hack-A-Thon
Tue, Aug 18, 2015 43 mins
The students "hack" at and create a brand new business idea. They only have 36 hours to do it: Who will be able to stand the pressure?
Episode 3
Chain Reaction
Tue, Aug 25, 2015 43 mins
The students are sorted into teams and given their first team challenge: to create a Chain Reaction machine. Also as the students face their first pivot meeting, Keyonna struggles with her business and her new teammates.
Episode 4
Bro's and Bras
Sat, Aug 1, 2015 43 mins
The students are tasked with selling men's and women's underwear, but Tony uses family connections, frustrating other students and the staff.
Episode 5
6 Degrees to Nowhere
Thu, Sep 10, 2015 43 mins
The staff becomes frustrated with Shawn's dual business plans. As the students face their second pivot, Ana hears upsetting news from home, compounding the pressure on her to succeed.
Episode 6
The Great Outdoors
Thu, Sep 17, 2015 43 mins
The students test their strength and stamina as they endure the grueling challenges of Survival Week. Tempers flare between teammates Keyonna and Sharon as the rigorous week wears on them.
Episode 7
Not So Fair
Thu, Sep 24, 2015 42 mins
With Pitch Day approaching, Keyonna drastically changes her business plan. Shawn's true business motives arise while Erin continues to struggle with conflicting advice for her business.
Episode 8
Motivation
Thu, Oct 1, 2015 43 mins
David receives news from home, giving him added motivation to push forward on his business. John takes Tim's criticism to heart, determined to prove himself as an entrepreneur.
Episode 9
Prototypes, Partners & Pitches
Thu, Oct 8, 2015 43 mins
With only one week left until Pitch Day, the students fine-tune their presentations. Carly and Keyonna struggle with the stress of working with a business partner, while other students rush to create prototypes for the big day.
Episode 10
Fund Me
Thu, Oct 15, 2015 43 mins
The seven-week program culminates as the students pitch their ideas to Tim Draper and a room of investors: Who will earn the coveted Best in Class award and funding from Tim?