Creator Colosseum is open globally to all middle school and high school students ages 13 to 18. Students from all 57+ countries are welcome to enter.
Participants may compete individually as a solo founder, or in teams of up to 4 members. Cross-school, cross-grade, and international teams are fully permitted.
Submissions must include the 5 required components:
Written description
Clear problem statement
Detailed solution
Basic execution/business plan
Target market identification
Optional components include a short 5-minute pitch video (slides deck optional in frame), designs/mockups/prototypes, and additional vision materials.
The top 10 teams from the competition are enrolled into the 5-week Startup Incubator. Each week, you meet with a new mentor for a 60–90 minute 1-on-1 session focused on one specific goal, and you can ask for help between sessions. The program is fully virtual and takes zero equity.
The cash awards are: 1st place: $300, 2nd place: $200, and 3rd place: $75. Additionally, the top 100 teams in the Summer Cycle receive $299 worth of sponsorship credits.
