Baylor New Venture Competition 2027

About

A competitive platform for university students and recent alumni to showcase their business ideas through a structured process that includes mentorship, feedback, and the chance to win substantial cash prizes. Participants will engage in multiple rounds, culminating in a final pitch presentation to a panel of judges, enhancing their entrepreneurial skills and networking opportunities.

Benefits

• 💰Cash Prizes
  First place receives $50,000 cash plus in-kind awards
• 🎓Mentorship
  Access to industry-specific mentorship and feedback sessions throughout the competition
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Engagement with accomplished experts and fellow innovators during the event
• 📈Business Development Support
  Feedback on executive summaries, business plans, and pitch presentations to enhance business viability
• 🎤Pitch Competitions
  Opportunity to present pitches for additional cash awards in the elevator pitch competition.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to teams of not-for-profit accredited university students and recent alumni worldwide
• No limit to the number of teams from a single university that may apply
• Teams must submit a two-page Executive Summary of their business concept and verification of student status
• Top 50 teams will advance to submit a full business plan and other required documents
• Finalists must establish a legal entity and provide tax forms.

Participation Commitments

• Must submit a two-page Executive Summary by the application deadline
• Top 50 teams must submit a full business plan and verification documents by the specified date
• Finalists must attend in-person events at Baylor University for feedback and presentations
• Teams must participate in pitch coaching and feedback sessions leading up to the finals.

Target Sector

Business innovation and entrepreneurship

Target Location

Open to university students and recent alumni worldwide