MIT $100K Entrepreneurship Competition: Accelerate

Join us for Accelerate, the second event in the 2025-2026 MIT $100K Entrepreneurship Competition, one of the largest student-run startup competitions in the U.S.

Watch start-ups compete for funding. Accelerate is the second of three rounds (Pitch in December, Accelerate in March, and Launch in May).

Enter promo code for free admission for students only!! In order for this to be valid, please register with your student email.

Come and watch early-stage teams pitch their start-up live in front of a panel of judges. Watch as these emerging startups pitch their innovations and compete for $15,000+ in prizes, including a $10,000 grand prize. You will also get the chance to cast your vote in the Audience Choice Awards to support your favorite teams!