TiE U Pitch Competition
Fueling Student Innovation into Opportunity.
Empowering the Next Generation Through a Global Pitch Platform.
University pitch competition
Pitch. Compete. Launch.
The TiE University (TiE U) Program is designed to help college startups and founders transform their ideas into viable, sustainable businesses.
TiE New York’s involvement in TiE U aligns with our mission to invest in and empower today’s innovators—tomorrow’s disruptors—right here in New York. Through mentoring, funding opportunities, and our global TiE network, we connect university entrepreneurs to resources that fuel their growth both locally and internationally.
We invite current university startup teams from New York and the Tri-State area to apply and compete in the TiE U Global Pitch Competition for cash prizes to advance their ventures. Founders gain premier access to investors, venture capitalists, seasoned mentors, and a vibrant community of like-minded entrepreneurs.
Eligibility & Key Dates For University Pitch Competition
Ready to take your startup from campus to the global stage? Check the eligibility and key dates for the TiE University Pitch Competition and join the journey
Who Can Apply
-Less than 5 years old.
-Have at least one current university student entrepreneur/co-founder, or a co-founder who graduated within the last two academic years.
The Calendar
Pre-Finals – Workshops, bootcamps, and mock pitch competition for NY finalists.
New York Finals – TiE University – New York Finals.
Global Prep – Global workshops and bootcamps for NY winners (scheduled by TiE U Global).
Global Finals – TiE University Global Pitch Competition Finals, Silicon Valley (venue set by TiE U Global).
Pitch Competition in Action
Testimonials
