tecBRIDGE High School Business Plan Competition
Location:
In-person, held in the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre region of Northeastern Pennsylvania
Cost:
Free to enter for eligible high school and homeschool teams located in designated Pennsylvania counties
Contest Date:
Final presentations and awards ceremony take place on May 1, 2025
Application Deadlines:
Exact deadline not publicly listed, but submissions are typically due in March, with presentations occurring in April ahead of the May finals
Eligibility:
Open to high school and homeschool students located in select Pennsylvania counties, including Lackawanna, Luzerne, Berks, Monroe, Pike, Schuylkill, Wayne, and Susquehanna
The tecBRIDGE High School Business Plan Competition invites high school and homeschool students in Northeastern Pennsylvania to build and pitch innovative startup ideas. Teams are asked to submit a formal written business plan, financial statements, and a video or live pitch presentation. Finalists present their ideas in front of a panel of judges and an audience during a public awards event. Winning teams receive cash prizes, community recognition, and hands-on support to further their ventures. The competition encourages entrepreneurship, collaboration, and real-world business planning skills.
Please note: This information is compiled from publicly available sources and may change from year to year. Dates, locations, fees, and other details are subject to updates—please verify all information directly on the official competition website before applying.