Harvard Venture Capital Group High School Pitch Competition: Win $1K

Hosted by the Harvard Venture Capital Group, this prestigious competition gives young entrepreneurs a platform to showcase their startups, gain valuable feedback, and compete for a cash prize.

Overview & Prize

• Cash Prize: $1,000 in prize money for the winning team or individual.
• Hidden Charges: Completely free to enter. There are zero application or registration fees.

Who Can Apply & Eligibility

• Open to all high school students and rising college freshmen.
• International participants from anywhere around the globe are explicitly welcome to join and apply.
• All levels of experience are welcome, whether you are just beginning to explore a fresh concept or already actively working on a startup project.

Submission Requirements

• Business Plan: A 3 to 5-page business plan document.
• Video Pitch: A 2-minute video highlighting your product concept, market opportunity, competitive edge, and execution strategy.

Key Deadlines

• Application Deadline: September 13 at 11:59 PM ET
• Finalist Presentations: Top 10 finalists will present live over Zoom during the last weekend of September.

Application Portal: Harvard UVCG High School Pitch Competition