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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?