How it Works
Your journey from student to global social entrepreneur starts here.
Who is eligible to compete in Hult Prize?
We welcome teams of 2-4 students from almost every country in the world who are:
- At least 18 years of age
- Enrolled in any degree-granting program (including undergraduate and graduate programs) at the time of registration.
- Pitching a for-profit business that directly supports at least one UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)
How to Register
Once you’ve formed a team, identified a problem and developed a solution, you’ll register online to compete in our qualifying rounds. If your institution hosts a local competition on campus, you’ll be connected with the organizers. If not, you’ll be directed to submit through our Open Application.
Competition Rounds
The Hult Prize competition runs September through September and consists of 5 successive rounds:
Evaluation Criteria
Our progressive scorecard rewards both early promise and sustained growth, focusing on:
The Million Dollar Deal
At the end of the competition, one of our top 8 finalists will secure $1M in seed investment to advance their business.
Important Note:
The Hult Prize Foundation receives an equity stake in the winning startup (typically 10%), which we use to fund our non-profit operations.Beyond the Competition
When you join the Hult Prize, you unlock more than a chance at $1M.
- Educational opportunities
- Scholarship opportunities
- Mentorship
- Investment connections
- Global network
- Social impact community
Ready to change the world?
Join thousands of students who are building for-profit startups that solve the world's most pressing challenges.