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NJIT PITCH
Monday, November 23, 2026
About the NJIT PITCH
NJIT PITCH is hosted by the Center for Student Entrepreneurship at NJIT. Winners may also have the opportunity to represent NJIT in competitions such as the Hult Prize, UPitchNJ, Mission 50, and other regional and national competitions. Many entrepreneurs submit practical, innovative ideas for review by a panel of judges for a chance to win prizes!
Finalists will deliver a five-minute pitch with slides, followed by a four-minute Q&A at the pitch competition to be held "in person" on Monday, November 23, at the NJIT Campus Center Atrium from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm.
Eligibility
The competition is open to all current NJIT students who plan to be enrolled in the Spring 2027 Semester, both undergraduate and graduate, whether enrolled part-time or full-time. Students may apply individually, but teams of two are highly encouraged.
Students will compete in teams of two, with the winning team earning the opportunity to represent NJIT at the Hult Prize National Competition.
Previous finalists of the former New Business Competition are eligible to apply to the NJIT Pitch Competition, provided they submit a new and different business idea.
Information Session:
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm (Location: Leir Data Observatory, 2nd Floor of the Library) - No registration required!
Deadline for Submissions:
Wednesday, October 20, 2026 - Applications do not require a draft pitch deck, but it is highly recommended.
Date for Notification of Finalists:
Friday, October 30, 2026
Finalists will deliver a five-minute pitch with slides, followed by a four-minute Q & A during the NJIT Pitch competition to be held "in person" on Monday, November 23, 2026, at the NJIT Campus Center Atrium from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm.
Highlights
- Join us to explore the Entrepreneurship Ecosystem at NJIT, a chance to win prizes, and breakfast is on us!
- This is the only competition for NJIT Students.
- We are offering pre-competition training through the Center for Student Entrepreneurship.
APPLY
Any questions may be directed to Marissa Vargas at mav42@njit.edu
Resources
- Website: https://entrepreneurship.njit.edu/
- For guidance, visit Pitch Hub
- Peer Mentor Hours: Tuesdays 3 pm- 4 pm, Thursdays 1 pm- 2 pm, 3 pm - 4 pm at the Leir Data Observatory (2nd Fl of the Library)
- Open Hours: Wednesday: 3 pm - 5 pm at the Leir Data Observatory (2nd Fl of the Library)
Awards
Prizes will be awarded to First ($5,000) , Second ($3,000), and Third Place ($2,000) winners.
Hult Track: NJIT Pitch will also feature a Hult Track. All finalists whose business ideas support at least one United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) will be eligible for the track.
The Hult Prize is a global annual student competition that challenges university students to build for-profit social enterprises that address pressing global challenges.
The winning Hult Track team will receive $2,000 toward travel and accommodation expenses to compete at the Hult Prize National Competition.
Student Choice: Powered by the NJIT Student Senate, NJIT students have the opportunity to vote for their peer that they think has the best pitch! The winner will receive $1,000.
FAQs
- Do I need to have a co-founder? No. Students may apply individually. However, teams of two are highly encouraged.
- Can I apply if I'm an international student? Yes, as long as you meet the NJIT student eligibility requirements.
- Can students from different majors or colleges within NJIT compete together? Yes! Interdisciplinary teams are encouraged. You can partner with students from different majors.
- Can my team participate if I have members that do not attend NJIT? Your team may participate, but only NJIT students are allowed to present and receive the prize money.
- Can I compete with an idea that isn't fully developed? Absolutely. You do not need a finished product or fully launched business.
- Do I need to have revenue or customers? No. Having traction can strengthen your pitch, but it is not a requirement to participate.
- Can I apply if I previously competed in the New Business Model Competition? Yes! As long as you submit a new and different business idea. Previous finalists of the former New Business Model Competition are eligible to apply.
- Can I register as part of a team of three or more? You may have more than two team members, but only two members can present at the finals if you are selected.
- Can I apply with a project that I have already started and have a prototype? Yes, prototypes are encouraged, as they will strengthen your application.
- Two students are interested in participating in NJIT PITCH, but one of the two is not going to be a student for Spring 2027. Can the team still participate? Yes, as long as one team member is registered for Spring 2027. The prize funds will be distributed only to the students registered for the Spring semester.
- Can I apply twice with two different startup ideas? No, please choose the stronger of the two ideas.
- Do I need a pitch deck to apply? A draft pitch deck is not required to submit your application, but having one is highly recommended.
- Where can I get help? You can come find us on the 2nd floor of the Library. We have Peer-Entrepreneurs-in-Residence and Global Entrepreneurs-in-Residence to help you with your application and pitch preparation. Additionally, we also have online resources for you to explore.
Pitch Resources:
Website: https://entrepreneurship.njit.edu/
For guidance, visit the Pitch Hub
Peer Mentor Hours: Tuesdays 3 pm - 4 pm, Thursdays 1 pm - 2 pm, 3 pm - 4 pm at the Leir Data Observatory (2nd Fl of the Library)
Open Hours: Wednesday: 3 pm - 5 pm at the Leir Data Observatory (2nd Fl of the Library)