Are you an entrepreneur with a passion for transforming education? The 2025 Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition (EBPC) is now open for applications. This globally recognized competition is dedicated to celebrating and supporting ventures that aim to address inequities in education through innovative solutions.
If you have a groundbreaking idea that can improve education outcomes, impact teaching and learning, or solve pressing challenges in the education sector, this is your chance to make a difference while earning recognition and funding to bring your vision to life.
Why Enter the Competition?
The Milken-Penn GSE EBPC offers significant rewards and support to entrepreneurs who demonstrate potential for transformative change in education. Here’s what you stand to gain:
1. Cash Prizes:
- $40,000 Grand Prize: Awarded by the Michael & Lori Milken Family Foundation to the most impactful and innovative venture.
- $25,000 Second Place Award: For the runner-up with a high-potential solution.
- $10,000 Third Place Award: Recognizing the third-best education innovation.
- $5,000 Audience Choice Prize: Selected by the audience for the venture with the most public appeal.
2. Global Recognition:
Participate in one of the most prestigious education business competitions worldwide and gain visibility for your idea on a global stage.
3. Support and Feedback:
- Get expert insights from education and business leaders.
- Receive constructive feedback to refine and enhance your solution.
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in the Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Who Can Apply?
- Open to entrepreneurs and innovators from all over the world.
- Applicants should present ideas or ventures that address critical issues in education.
- Focus Areas:
- Solutions must aim to enhance teaching, learning, or overall education outcomes.
- Ventures should demonstrate how their product or service can tackle inequities in the education sector.
- Revenue Limitations:
- Organizations entering the competition must not have generated more than the equivalent of $2,000,000 in gross revenue during the 12 months prior to submitting their application.
- Stage of Development:
- Both early-stage and established ventures are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the eligibility requirements.
Key Competition Details
Competition Format:
Participants will pitch their innovative ideas or ventures to a panel of experts. The judging criteria include:
- Innovation: How unique and groundbreaking is the solution?
- Impact: What is the potential for the idea to address challenges in education?
- Scalability: Can the idea be scaled to benefit more people?
- Feasibility: Is the solution practical and implementable?
Deadlines:
The deadline to submit your application is February 19, 2025. Early submissions are encouraged to ensure all materials are properly reviewed.
Who Should Apply?
This competition welcomes individuals and organizations, including:
- Startups
- Non-profits
- For-profit companies
- Entrepreneurs
- Innovators with a clear vision for addressing education inequities
How to Apply
Ready to share your innovative idea and compete for recognition and funding? Apply Now by submitting your application before February 19, 2025.
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Transform Education, One Innovation at a Time
The Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition 2025 is your chance to drive meaningful change in education and make a global impact. Whether you’re creating tools to improve classroom learning, developing educational technologies, or building new methods to enhance education systems, this competition is the platform to showcase your brilliance.
Seize the opportunity to be part of a global network of changemakers and take your venture to new heights.
