LEAPFROGS – Ready to advance your project this summer?

Please find the most common question below. 

Join our info session to get more details and a run through of the programme from the programme leaders. 

These will be held 

• Digital Info-session #1: Tuesday 20 January 2026 16.00-17.00 – Sign up here
• Digital Info-session #2: Tuesday 3 of February 2026 16.00-17.00  – Sign up here

For any other questions, contact us directly for more information on coaching [at] innovation [dot] lu [dot] se. We are here to support you on your entrepreneurial journey and look forward to your participation in Leapfrogs 2026!

Applications for Leapfrogs 2026 are submitted via our online form on the platform YouNoodle. Applications will open on 16 December and close on 16 February 2026 at 23.59.

Please note, for students at the Blekinge Institute of Technology the process is managed through a separate process in collaboration with the innovation support in Blekinge. Contact kennet [dot] henningsson [at] bth [dot] se for more information.
 

Contact the respective innovation office for application information and support. For students at Kristianstad University, contact max [at] krinova [dot] se (max[at]krinova[dot]se), at SLU contact nicholas [dot] jakobsson [at] slu [dot] se (nicholas[dot]jakobsson[at]slu[dot]se).

Please note, students at the Blekinge Institute of Technology should not apply through the digital application platform YouNoodle that we link to on this page. Instead, the process is managed through a separate system in collaboration with the innovation support in Blekinge. Contact kennet [dot] henningsson [at] bth [dot] se (kennet[dot]henningsson[at]bth[dot]se) for more information.

They are distinct grants but share a common framework. Both adhere to the same commitments and criteria, and participants join the same workshops during the programme. However, Sustainability Leapfrogs is specifically for projects that aim to address societal or environmental challenges with long-term, measurable sustainability impacts. Sustainability Leapfrogs is funded through Lund University's Sustainability Fund and is therefore only open to students at Lund University. You cannot apply for both grants; you must choose the one that best aligns with your project's focus.

Be students at Lund University, Kristianstad University (HKR), or Blekinge Institute of Technology (BTH).

Have a project with:

– A developed business hypothesis.
– Completed market research.
– Initial customer interactions.

 Yes, you may include images or graphs if they enhance your application. Please ensure that all attachments are clear and relevant. Do not attach any longer documents, as these will not be reviewed.

Leapfrogs requires a full-time commitment to your project during the programme period (June to August). Participants are expected not to undertake other full-time work or studies that would interfere with this commitment.

No, participants are expected to take a study break during the programme period and focus entirely on their project. Receiving CSN (student financial aid) concurrently with the Leapfrogs grant is not permitted.

 Yes, you are allowed to participate in other competitions or programmes, provided they do not conflict with your commitment to Leapfrogs.

The total grant is 40,000 SEK per individual, disbursed in instalments during the project period.

We encourage teams of at least two people to apply. However, applications from individuals or teams of three may also be accepted. Each team member must submit an individual application. The grant is personal, but team members can allocate the funds within the team as they see fit.

Yes, multiple team members can apply. Whilst the grant is awarded to individuals, we typically award up to two grants per project. In exceptional cases, a third grant may be considered.

Yes, but each idea requires a separate application and must meet the eligibility criteria. Discuss your ideas with your coach to determine their suitability.

Yes, you can apply again if you have received funding previously. However, an individual can receive Leapfrogs funding a maximum of two times

 Yes, international students are welcome to apply. However, attendance at the kick-off event and workshops during the summer is mandatory, and these are typically held in person. Please ensure you can commit to being present and onsite during these times.

No, you are not required to repay the grant if your project does not succeed, provided all information you supplied was accurate and you fulfilled the programme obligations.

If you choose to discontinue your project, you must inform us immediately. Further grant payments will be discontinued, and you may be required to return any unspent funds.

Whilst it is preferable to have a Swedish bank account for ease of transaction, it is not strictly necessary. Please discuss alternative arrangements with us if needed.

Your application should be thorough and clearly convey your project's objectives, progress, and plans for the summer. Whilst being concise is valuable, ensure you provide sufficient detail to allow the jury to assess your project's potential.

 Yes, we are available to assist you (if you have a coach at LU Innovation) in developing your idea and strengthening your application. We encourage you to schedule meetings well in advance to receive the support you need.

Yes, there will be two information sessions where we will provide information and tips regarding the application.

An appropriate phase would be one where you have a business hypothesis, have conducted initial market research, and have engaged with potential customers who have given a positive response towards your idea.

No, being actively engaged with a coach is not a requirement; however, it is highly encouraged. If you are not yet involved, please book a meeting to get started.