A Student Software Incubator

The Lassonde DevLab is a software incubator and community for University of Utah students building real software and digital product companies. We help student founders turn ideas and prototypes into working products and growing startups through hands-on technical and business mentorship, scholarships and grants, coworking space at Lassonde Studios, peer support, guest speakers, and more. DevLab is an extracurricular program open to all University of Utah students and recent graduates at no cost. Students can also plug into the DevLab through workshops and events that do not require admission. Community members are invited to contribute as mentors, speakers, and collaborators. Apply to the incubator and explore other opportunities to get involved below.

Apply to the DevLab Incubator

All University of Utah students are welcome to apply to the Lassonde DevLab software incubator. Alumni who graduated recently are also eligible. The program is extracurricular and does not require enrollment in any classes.

Admitted teams receive:

  • Technical and business mentorship
  • Access to scholarships and grants
  • Coworking space at Lassonde Studios
  • Peer support from fellow founders
  • Additional resources to accelerate progress
Submit Application

 

Application Deadline

Applications are accepted year-round. The priority deadline is 45 days before the semester you plan to participate.

Selection Criteria

Teams should enter the program with a defined software concept and business direction. At least one team member must have technical experience and be ready to actively build and develop the product.

Time Commitment

Teams should expect to commit at least a few hours per week for one semester. The more time you invest, the faster you’ll move your product and startup forward.

More Ways to Get Involved

Attend Workshops

Join regular workshops focused on software entrepreneurship and other topics. Browse upcoming events and register at the link below.

Register for Workshops

Request Information & Updates

Stay connected and request updates and information about DevLab by submitting your contact information and any questions.

Request Info about DevLab

Become a Community Mentor

Professionals and community members are invited to serve as mentors, speakers, and contributors. Submit an interest form at the link below.

Submit Interest Form

Be a Lassonde Student Leader

Students can also lead programs as Lassonde student leaders. Explore opportunities and apply at the link below.

Apply for Student Leadership