NEXT
MIND
FORMING
THE NEXT GENERATION
OF LEADERS
"A luminous future emerges when we train the next generation to conceptualize, design, and construct what does not yet exist. The leaders of tomorrow must embody a polymathic, visionary mindset - creative in imagination, technical in execution, and entrepreneurial in spirit - capable of navigating complexity and innovation. In this Digital Renaissance, we guide the minds destined to shape the worlds to come."
Next Mind Future Academy is an online, interdisciplinary school offering project-based programs designed to enrich traditional education. We empower motivated students aged 15-18 to thrive in a world driven by technology, creativity, and innovation.
Our curriculum lies at the crossroads of philosophy, innovation, business, and the arts, providing a hands-on, future-oriented learning experience. Programs run twice a year (August–December and January–May) and are open to a select cohort of students, chosen based on motivation and recommendations.
3 learning tracks
Students select one of the following immersive tracks. The process is highly selective. To apply, click on “Join” next to the track you wish to enter:
ENTREPRENEURSHIP TRACK
Design and launch a startup - individually or in a small team of up to five- supported throughout the journey by expert mentorship tailored to each project. The program combines theoretical courses and hands-on training with applied project work, integrating emerging technologies such as AI. Participants follow a structured curriculum that includes practical modules on pitch-deck development, business-model design, market validation, and go-to-market strategy.
The program culminates in a Shark Tank–style pitch before investors and industry leaders from Stanford, MIT, HEC, Harvard, and other global innovation hubs.
The final event is held at one of the most renowned centers of entrepreneurship and innovation in the world: the Cambridge Innovation Center in Massachusetts (USA) or CIC Berlin (EU).
CREATIVITY TRACK
Produce a major creative work - whether a film, play, long-form article, poetry collection, novel, ad campaign, or music video - through a guided process supported by expert mentorship tailored to each artistic vision. This track combines foundational theory with intensive creative practice, enabling participants to develop a coherent artistic concept, master narrative and aesthetic techniques, and explore emerging creative tools such as AI, immersive media, and digital storytelling. The journey culminates in a live exhibition and showcase at CIC Cambridge, opposite MIT, evaluated by a distinguished jury drawn from Emerson College, Art Above, Sotheby’s, Universal, and other leading creative institutions.
INNOVATION TRACK
Identify a real-world problem and develop a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) using cutting-edge technologies such as AI. Through structured guidance and iterative experimentation, participants learn to translate complex challenges into actionable solutions, design functional prototypes, and apply rapid validation methodologies. Participate in a hackathon to tackle real-world challenges, collaborate with peers, and develop rapid prototypes under expert guidance, working alongside our network of institutional and industry partners. The track culminates in a live Demo Day where students present their MVP before a panel of leading tech innovators and industry experts. Participants may also combine this track with the Business Track to transform their technical solution into a viable and scalable venture, supported by mentors from institutions such as MIT, Stanford, École Polytechnique, Fraunhofer, and TU.
Outcomes That Matter
Each track culminates in a portfolio-worthy project, helping students develop practical skills, explore their passions, and build an early professional network in their chosen field. Embracing emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, is not only encouraged - it’s integral to our methodology.
Supported by Global Leaders
Our mission is to cultivate responsible innovators, creative thinkers, and conscious leaders. Students are guided by mentors from MIT, Stanford, and Harvard, and by professionals from world-leading companies such as Google, Meta, Amazon, and NVIDIA.
Numbers
More than 300 students from 15 nations - including the USA, Canada, France, the UK, Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Spain, Italy, Slovakia, Albania, Belgium, the Netherlands, Denmark, and Sweden - have already launched over 100 experimental projects through our programs, spanning startups, creative works, and technological prototypes..
Process to apply
To apply, click on “Join” next to the track you wish to enter. You will then speak with our recruitment manager and receive detailed information about the program and pricing. Applicants will undergo an interview, an assessment of their current academic results, and a review of their English fluency, as all courses are conducted in English (coming from an international school is an advantage). Two letters of recommendation and a motivation letter are also required. Alumni may also recommend prospective students.
Testimonials
The entrepreneurship track exceeded every expectation. The mentors helped me refine my idea with precision, and the weekly structure kept me accountable. By the time we pitched at CIC Cambridge, I had a validated business model, a polished deck, and the confidence to defend my vision before investors from MIT and HEC. It was the most transformative learning experience of my studies
Amanda Minnens
I joined with nothing but a problem I cared about. Five months later, I had an MVP, real user feedback, and a clear roadmap to launch. The mentorship was extraordinary, blending strategic guidance with technical insights. Presenting at Demo Day in front of Stanford and Polytechnique experts was both challenging and empowering. This program truly builds founders
Isabella Smith
The creative track allowed me to develop my poetry collection in ways I never imagined. The mentors helped me shape my artistic voice while pushing me to experiment with AI and immersive storytelling. The final showcase opposite MIT, curated with partners from Emerson and Art Above, was a powerful moment of recognition. This program is a catalyst for serious creators
Carlos Torrès
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