What: 2026 Venture Capital Pitch Competition, hosted by the MSU Jake Jabs College of Business & Entrepreneurship
When: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21st
Where: Inspiration Hall, Montana State University Norm Asbjornson Hall, West Grant Street, Bozeman, MT, 59715
WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE EVENT:
The seventh annual Montana State University $100K Venture Competition is open to Undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, researchers, post docs, and recent alumni (2024, 2025 graduates) at these campuses:
Montana State University - Bozeman, Billings, and Northern
University of Montana - Missoula, Western
Montana Technological University
All types of ventures are welcome, including but not limited to new products, services, non-profit ventures, and social impact focus. Tracks for the competition will include the following:
Social Impact
Deep Tech or University-based Research
Traditional Venture
This unique event will feature $100,000 in prize money as well as access to experienced entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, and numerous network resources. Aside from monetary prizes, participants will receive valuable feedback from judges and capture the attention of investors, potential customers, and supporters.
Applications are due Sunday, March 29th.