Three competitions. Three ways to put your idea in front of judges during Global Entrepreneurship Week.
Tackle a real industry challenge in responsible gaming and present your solution to judges.
A $2,000 award for student founders whose ventures advance mental health equity. Part of the Eagle's Edge Pitch Competition.
For Coppin student founders with any type of business or idea. Two winners each get $500 in mentorship and Pitch Creator access.
Each competition has its own application. You may apply to more than one if your venture fits, but you must submit a separate application for each.
| Competition | Sponsor | Who can enter | Team or solo | Prize | Application deadline | Competition date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Responsible Gaming and Innovation Case Competition | FanDuel | Coppin State University students only. | Details coming soon | Details coming soon | November 13, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST | Friday, November 20, 2026 |
| Beyond Health Mental Health Equity Innovation Award | Beyond Health | Coppin State University students only. | Solo or teams of up to 4. Judges screen written applications and pick 3 finalists. Finalists give a 3 minute pitch plus 2 minutes of Q&A on November 20 at the Eagle's Edge Pitch Competition (visuals welcome). The winner comes from the live pitch score only. | $1,500 cash plus 90 days of structured mentorship (total award $2,000) | November 13, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST | Friday, November 20, 2026 |
| Pitch Creator Hustle Award | Pitch Creator | Coppin State University students only. | Solo or teams of up to 4. Judges screen written applications and pick 3 finalists. Finalists give a 3 minute pitch plus 2 minutes of Q&A on November 20 at the Eagle's Edge Pitch Competition (visuals welcome). The winner comes from the live pitch score only. | Two winners: $500 cash each | November 13, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST | Friday, November 20, 2026 |
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