Applications are now open for the MIT $100K Accelerate Competition! Submissions are due by Tuesday, February 10th at 11:59 pm ET.
If selected as a finalist, at least one member of your team must attend the MIT $100K Accelerate Competition, taking place in person on March 3rd at the Wong Auditorium. Additional information to be provided upon selection.
This year’s event features a streamlined, high-impact format.
- Part 1: 3-Minute Presentation (Judged) - Each team will take the stage for a 3-minute presentation followed by a 5-minute Q&A. This is your primary opportunity to impress our panel of judges and the MIT community. We encourage teams to bring and utilize physical prototypes during their pitch to demonstrate their product's value and functionality.
- Part 2: Finalist Exhibition (Optional) - During the judges' deliberation and the networking dinner, finalists have the option to showcase their prototypes in a dedicated exhibition space. While not a formal requirement, we encourage teams to set up their physical prototypes or posters with QR codes to engage directly with students, mentors, and guests in a more personal setting.
Please find the complete list of prize rules and eligibility requirements on the MIT $100K website.