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Last modified: Mar 26, 2025, 9:41 a.m.

From: Apex Center for Entrepreneurs

Apply to enter KickStart VT - deadline 11:59 p.m. ET on Thursday, April 3.

KickStart VT events are for aspiring student entrepreneurs working on an new early-stage concept. Come hear what other students are building, get feedback on your idea, and apply for up to $1,000 equity-free seed $ grants ($2,000 in total prizes per event).  

If selected for the live event on Friday, April 11: show up, present your concept and receive feedback from a panel of entrepreneurs and tech professionals. Invite your peers and friends to help your team win an additional $250 for the Fan Favorite. All awards are selected by popular audience vote!

If you have any questions please contact us at: apexcenter@vt.edu

For application guidelines, pitch script and juding criteria, see the KickStart Program Page.

Apply now!

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