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Note: Competitions listed on this website have not necessarily been vetted by the CFE. It is your responsibility to verify the rules, regulations, and legtimacy of any competition before participating. |
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Microsoft’s Imagine Cup is the world’s most prestigious student technology competition, bringing together student innovators from all over the world. If you have a great idea for a new app, bring it to life through Imagine Cup. With Microsoft resources and support, you can make a great app and bring your dreams to life! |
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The Michigan Corps Social Entrepreneurship Challenge will catalyze a movement of social entrepreneurs that are sustained by mentors, coaches, and one another. Through coaching and financial support, including $50,000 in cash prizes, The Challenge will advance new ideas and existing organizations that create and grow new solutions to persistent social problems. Individuals and teams will have until March 27 to submit an initial application. Applicants will then have immediate access to coaches and special events to support the preparation of their final submission before the May 20, 2013 deadline. A special Social Entrepreneurship Showcase and Pitch event will take place on June 18 at GLEQ's Entrepreneur Connect event in Lansing, MI. |
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| The Tepper Venture Challenge is an annual business plan competition for undergraduate entrepreneurs held by the undergraduate entrepreneurship association of Carnegie Mellon University. Applications are due to by March 20th, 2013 at 10:00 PM. | |
| The MIT Clean Energy Prize is now accepting applications for the 2013 competition! With six prizes totaling over $300K, this years competition has ample opportunities for teams to get rewarded for their innovative new ideas. Additionally, the winner of the MIT Clean Energy Prize* moves on to the National Clean Energy Business Plan Competition (NCEBPC) in Washington DC. | |
| The Plastic Pollution Coalition is thrilled to announce the international Think Beyond Plastic competition, an annual contest to challenge entrepreneurs to develop products or solutions that will measurably reduce plastic pollution. Eligible contestants will compete for a first prize investment of $50,000 for an existing business, and $10,000 investment for the most innovative business idea. The winning contestants will have a viable business infrastructure in addition to a remarkable product, material or infrastructure service. Submissions are due March 10th. | |
| The 13th Annual Tulane Business Plan Competition, open to applicants internationally, will award $50,000 to the company that creates the best sustainable business model. The Domain Companies New Orleans Entrepreneur Challenge will award $20,000 to the company that presents the best plan for the creation or expansion of a New Orleans-based business that demonstrates strong growth potential and positive local impact. | |
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Are you a young leader who is passionate about developing entrepreneurship in your community, looking to connect with an international community? If so, apply for a chance to be an MIT GSW Fellow. Last year, fellows from Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas enjoyed waived registration and four nights of accommodation. The MIT GSW is the world’s premier workshop dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and building entrepreneurial ecosystems globally. Each year in a different location we bring together over 300 entrepreneurial leaders, executives, next generation entrepreneurs, professors, financiers, government agents and private supporters to build connections between cultures, regions and backgrounds. Note that the deadline for filling the application is February 1, 2013. |
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| CleanTech Challenge 2013 |
The CleanTech Challenge is a business plan competition that helps students form teams and develop their clean technology business ideas through a 3-stage competition. Participants receive guidance, feedback and mentorship from industry professionals throughout the competition. 10 finalist teams compete in live "Boot Camp" finals in London on April 25th-26th for £10,000 in cash. Submission deadline is January 27, 2013. |
| Student Startup Madness |
Student Startup Madness (SSM) is an exciting nationwide tournament-style competition for college student digital media startups, culminating with the “Entrepreneurial Eight” national finals at SXSW Interactive. The competition is open to all student digital media startups from any college/university in the United States. SSM is a fun and exciting nationwide tournament offering college student startups the opportunity to “live the entrepreneurial dream”, compete against fellow student entrepreneurs, grab the attention of potential investors and leaders in the startup community, and build an elite professional network. Early admission application deadline is Friday, Oct. 19, 2012. Final application deadline is Friday, Nov. 2, 2012. |
| 1000 Pitches |
Hosted by MPowered, 1000 Pitches is more than an annual entrepreneurial competition; it is a platform for University of Michigan students to let their ideas be heard. In this competition, students from all over campus submit simple video business pitches in any of nine categories, and the winner of each category is awarded $1000. Deadline to pitch is November 16, 2012.
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| China Business Challenge 2012 |
Hosted by China Entrepreneur Network (CEN), China Business Challenge'12 (CBC'12) is a business model competition where students submit their most innovative, entrepreneurial solutions to social or environmental issues currently affecting China. Participants receive feedback from mentors, network with top-tier Venture Capitalists and Angel Investors from both China and Silicon Valley, and compete to win $30K in prizes. Deadline to apply is October 21, 2012. |
| NYC Next Idea |
The NYC Next Ideacompetition provides students the unique opportunity to access substantial funding and support to implement their business ideas in New York City. We are inviting teams of 2-5 participants to submit business plans for ideas that may be commercially viable in New York City. Additionally, we¹re expanding the competition this year to allow US-based foreign students to join with their American colleagues.The early deadline for business summaries is October 28th. The final deadline is November 9th. Six teams of finalists will win a five-day, all-expenses-paid trip to New York City during the week of March 11th 2013 to participate in the final round of the Competition, which will be hosted at Columbia University. |
| Small Business Challenge |
The SMBChallenge gives the public the opportunity to decide which businesses deserve to be funded. In the first stage of the competition, which will last until October 31, 2012, anyone can register, nominate or vote for a company online. Each company that registers is required to make a pitch for how the Small Business Challenge℠ will help their business create more jobs. On October 31, 2012, 25 of the most voted companies will automatically become semifinalists. Another 25 will be selected by a panel of judges, based on their potential for growth and job creation. The semifinalists will then be interviewed and evaluated to pick out the top 10, from which the public will vote for the top 3. Businesses with less than 100 employees, as well as entrepreneurs with startup ideas, are eligible to participate. The first place will receive $25,000 in cash and advertising support, while the second and third place winners will be awarded $15,000 and $10,000, respectively. The winner will be announced on November 9, 2012. |
| Mozilla Ignite Apps Challenge |
Design and build apps for the faster, smarter internet of the future. Mozilla and the National Science Foundation invite you to take part in an open innovation challenge. The goal: show how next-generation networks can revolutionize healthcare, education, public safety, energy and more. What would you do with an Internet without limits? How can next-generation apps change the world? Share your ideas. You don't need to be a developer or technologist to participate -- at this stage we're just seeking good ideas. All are welcome! The deadline to submit is August 23, 2012. |
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The Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) is a catalyst that inspires students and young people to start and grow entrepreneurial ventures. The GSEA operates as an international series of competitions for student entrepreneurs who are attending a recognized high school, college or university, who own a for-profit business, are principally responsible for its operation, and have been operational for a minimum of six consecutive months. |
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For the ninth year running, the European Satellite Navigation Competition (ESNC) is looking for your ideas for innovative satellite navigation applications! |
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The UCCS Sports/Outdoors Business Plan Competition is offered annually to student led venture teams from around the United States and internationally. All entries must be business plans for scalable ventures in AT LEAST one of the following categories:
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At the heart of every great business is an idea, a leader and a vision. Tell us how your winning combination is helping make a positive impact. Whether it's through radical new headgear, a healthy snack line or the elegant beauty of handblown glass candleholders, we want to know how you're bringing new light to your industry, employees and community. Share your story today. Applications are due June 15, 2012. |
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National Braille Press, a Boston based non-profit dedicated to promoting braille literacy, is now accepting applications for the Touch of Genius Prize for Innovation. This $20,000 prize is given to someone innovating in tactile literacy, through technological/engineering innovations or the creation of new teaching methods and products. Applications are due November 2, 2012. |
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The 2012 NASA/NewSpace Business Plan Competition (“BPC2012”) is hosted by the Space Frontier Foundation at its annual NewSpace Conference being held this year at NASA’s Ames Research Center in Silicon Valley July 26-28, 2012. A maximum of 10 teams will be invited to compete for a $100,000 grand prize, and a $10,000 second prize. Teams will have the opportunity to meet and network with space industry executives, investors, and successful entrepreneurs who will be in attendance at the conference and serving as judges.
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