How to Register & Key Dates

1. Review Competition Details

See Information for Participating Teams (pdf).

2. Eligibility

Review eligibility requirements.

3. Build Your Team

Whether you have an idea or have skills to bring to an idea, attend the NVC Kickoff in the fall and stay tuned for a team building spreadsheet.

4. Enter the Competition

Entry Deadline

December 3, 2025, 12:00 noon EST

Entry deadline and Executive Summaries due.

5. Develop Your Idea

Over the course of the Competition, students have the opportunity to develop their own skills as well as strengthen their venture through workshops, feedback from expert judges on written work and presentations, and multi-disciplinary collaboration. See the Social Enterprise Tools section for online resources and information and the Calendar for upcoming events.

6. Attend the Finale

Celebrate the journey and hear the winning pitches. Network with students, alumni, and judges at the Finale celebration.