HIGH SCHOOL JUMP START

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High School Jump Start Business Competition fosters and promotes business growth at the high school level by giving students a chance to organize, direct, and present a business idea to a panel of expert judges. This contest provides teams with an educational forum to prepare them for the competition and will aid them in the creation and implementation of their business plan.

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FALL SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 12.03.2022 | 11:59PM

SPRING SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 03.11.2023 | 11:59PM

COMPETITION DATE: 04.08.2023 | 10 a.m. | Location TBD | Address TBD

WHAT IS THE HIGH SCHOOL JUMP START?

High School Jumpstart Competition is a business competition open to all students attending high school in the state of Utah (grades 9-12). Individuals or teams can submit entries. The competition fosters and promotes business growth at the high school level by giving students a chance to organize, direct, and present a business idea to a panel of expert judges. This contest provides teams with an educational forum to prepare them for the competition and will aid them in the creation and implementation of their business plan.
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To apply, simply fill out the registration form below and upload a short and simple video. Videos can be basic by featuring the student or student team, providing a brief explanation of their business or idea. This will help the selection committee better understand your business and provide a more complete evaluation. For rules and regulations, check out the full information packet. Questions? Email us at entrepreneurship@weber.edu

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HOW MUCH IS AVAILABLE?

A cash prize of $7,500 will be awarded to the individual/team judged to have presented the most plausible and promising business idea or opportunity. Cash prizes of $5,000 and $2,000 will be awarded to the 2nd and 3rd place individuals/teams, respectively.