Signature Entrepreneurship Programs
College New Venture Challenge (CNVC)
The College New Venture Challenge (CNVC) is a track of the renowned New Venture Challenge program. It is dedicated to encouraging the founding and growth of high-potential new ventures led by UChicago College students. Applications open in the Fall.
College Venture Capital Investing Competition (CVCIC)
Working in teams, students take the role of VCs and hear pitches from real startups. You will assess the investment opportunities and pitch an investment strategy to a panel of judges who are practicing venture capitalists. The winner of the UChicago College event will advance to the February regional event at Columbia University and compete for a chance to participate in the global final in April with a $5,000 prize! Co-hosted by Midway Ventures, this day-long competition is an incredible hands-on opportunity for students interested in VC!
Competition date: November 14, 2026
AI Startup Investing Case Competition
Working in teams, students will evaluate two AI startup venture deals with different valuations. Playing the role of venture capitalist, teams will develop an analysis of which deal to pursue and present their findings to a panel of industry VCs. Through this competition, students will get a closer look at the valuation process and gain understanding for how investors or assessing AI startups in today's market. Open to all class years.
Competition Dates: April 22- 29, 2027 l Register Here
Summer Startup Accelerators
These 10-week summer accelerators give teams the opportunity to work intensively and exclusively on their businesses and social enterprises in a collaborative, dynamic environment over the summer. Applications open in April.