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Students complete the 8-week competition, mentors help teams test assumptions, and judges evaluate the semifinal and final pitches.
For Students
Fall 2026 is a selective opportunity for qualified juniors and seniors in the UConn School of Business, with a cohort capped at 40 students. The competition begins with a virtual kickoff workshop on September 18 and concludes with the final round in NYC on November 13, 2026. All participants are invited to attend the Final Four pitches.
For Prospective Mentors
Mentors meet with a student team to question assumptions, connect company research to the model, and prepare the team to defend its recommendation.
For Prospective Judges
Judges will listen to the pitches, ask questions, and evaluate the teams' analyses and recommendations. The virtual semifinal is November 6, and the NYC final is November 13.
Mentors and Judges
Mentors help teams develop the case. Judges test the evidence, model, and risks through questions in the pitch rounds.
See How It WorksApplications
Fall 2026 applications open Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at 12 p.m. ET and close Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 11:45 p.m. ET.
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