Apply to be a judge in one of our competitions. Judges are crucial to provide valuable feedback to our students and help us select the best ideas!
Competitions
Featured: Apply to the 2025 New Venture PitchOur competitions provide a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs, creative thinkers, and problem-solvers to showcase their ideas, develop their skills, and make impactful connections. We foster an environment where students are not only learners but also creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs.
Big Idea Pitch
Open to ALL Students! The Big Idea Pitch is an easy, early stage business idea pitch competition designed to identify a pain in the marketplace. You do not need to be a business student; follow a simple format and present your idea!
New Venture Pitch
The New Venture Pitch is designed to test and validate your big idea, make changes (iterations or pivots) based on evidence found and insights gained, and repeat this process until the crucial aspects of your business are fully validated.
HS Idea Challenge
The ETX High School Idea Challenge, the region's largest innovation competition for high school students, aims to encourage, support, and inspire the next generation of inventors, innovators, and entrepreneurs.
Want to get involved and support our students?
Help us empower students to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. Your generous support aids in the development and launching of student-led startups and innovative ideas.
Contact Us
ETX Launchpad
3900 University Blvd, COB 223
Tyler, TX 75799
800 UT TYLER
Ph: 903.565.6459
etec@uttyler.edu