Shocker New Venture Competition
Presented by the WSU Center for Entrepreneurship
Connecting students and community with ideas to industry and resources for 20 years.
Since 2007, the Shocker New Venture Competition has offered aspiring entrepreneurs a unique opportunity to gain real-world experience. It allows participants to pitch their startup ideas, refine their business strategies, and gain valuable insights into what it takes to launch a successful company. This prestigious competition is proudly hosted and organized by Wichita State University’s Center for Entrepreneurship, dedicated to fostering entrepreneurial endeavors.
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2027 Key Dates:
Competition Preparation:
Applications Open: Monday, March 1st
Applications/Video Due: Thursday, March 25th at noon
Results from Video Judging Announced: Friday, April 2nd
Informational Meeting/Training: Wednesday, April 7th
** Required for tradeshow participants
Competition Day Schedule:
Friday, May 1st | Woolsey Hall
Trade Show: 10:30-12:30 PM
Final Pitches Round (Top 6 Teams): 1:00-2:30 PM
Final Judges' Deliberatons: 2:30-3:00 PM
Awards: 3:00-3:15 PM
Competition Prizes:
Compete in the Shocker New Venture Competition to win cash prizes to advance your business forward!
1st place: $20,000
2nd place: $10,000
3rd place: $5,000
NextGen Entrepreneurs Choice: $2,000
People's Choice: $500
2027 Sponsors:
Sponors TBD! We invite you to support the creation of a platform where startup ideas can thrive. Your involvement is essential to the success and impact of the Shocker New Venture Competition, and we sincerely appreciate your support in advance!
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Our Legacy:
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