Applications are open for Montana State University’s $100,000 Venture Competition, which is hosted annually by the Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship and the MSU Launchpad.

The competition provides entrepreneurs with the opportunity to present their business ventures, receive feedback and compete for startup funding. Those interested in competing must submit an online application by Sunday, March 29.

The competition is open to all undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, researchers, postdoctoral researchers and recent alumni (2024 and 2025 graduates) from MSU, the University of Montana, Montana Tech and affiliated campuses.

Semifinalists, who will be notified April 3, will deliver virtual presentations to judges the week of April 13. The selected finalists will then present their ventures on Tuesday, April 21, at 5 p.m. in Inspiration Hall in MSU’s Norm Asbjornson Hall. The event is free and open to the public. This event offers $100,000 in award money, in addition to connections with experienced entrepreneurs, investors, mentors and network resources. Participants will receive feedback from judges and may capture the attention of investors.

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