Start Something. Start Smarter.
Want to launch a startup? Have a side hustle?
BW Start Smart is for you! Designed for students with an interest in entrepreneurship, this new program not only encourages you to develop new skills -- it pays you!
Participants can choose to:
Get paid $150 to complete a series of free tech certifications
Get reimbursed for the cost of paid tech certification (up to $150)
Who should get involved?
There are 3 different Start Smart tracks -- we'll help you choose the one that's right for you.
Learn & Earn
Students from across campus can earn a stipend of up to $150 for completing a series of free certification programs to enhance skills.
Topics include paid media, digital marketing, content creation and more.
Costs Covered
Students from across campus can have the fee of a certification course covered for them up to $150.
This will take care of the costs of certifications in a variety of subjects, including digital marketing, analytics, and others.
Tech & Cyber Track
Students in select CSC courses will have the costs of specific certifications covered, including
CompTIA Security+
AWS Cloud Certification
CompTIA CySA+
CompTIA Network+
Learn More
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page or contact a member of the Start Smart team below.
BW LaunchNET Program Manager, Corporate & Org Engagement
Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science
Morgan Endowed Chair in Entrepreneuriship & Digital Marketing Center Director
