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April 8-9, 2027

Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge

Join 40+ student teams from colleges and universities across Idaho at the state’s largest collegiate pitch competition. Open to students from all disciplines, the Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge offers the chance to pitch your startup or small-business idea and compete for funding, a golden ticket to Boise Entrepreneur Week and services to help move your venture forward.

2027 Applications Now Open

Apply Today!

  • February 23rd: Applications Close at 11:59pm MST
  • February 24th – 26th: Application Review
  • March 4th: Preliminary Competition (Zoom)
  • April 8th: Travel to Boise; Pre-Competition Events
  • April 9th: Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge + Award Ceremony
Apply Today!
Advance Your Venture

Compete for $40k+ in Cash Prizes

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Golden Ticket

Boise Entrepreneur Week

Winners of the Spring 2025 Idaho Entrepreneur Challenge will receive a “Golden Ticket” to pitch in the Fall 2025 Boise Entrepreneur Week Pitch Competition.

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