SXSW EDU Launch Startup Competition
- What is the SXSW EDU Launch Startup Competition?
- What are the 2027 eligibility requirements for companies applying to the Launch Startup Competition?
- Who would benefit from participating in Launch?
- When is the Launch application deadline?
- Is there an application fee to submit to Launch?
- We are bootstrapping our company. Can we apply to have this application fee reduced?
- Can I submit an application to SXSW Pitch as well as SXSW EDU Launch?
- Does my company need to create a video about our product or service as part of the online application process?
- How many products / services can I submit to Launch?
- What is the selection process for Launch finalists and semifinalists?
- When will Launch applicants be notified of the status of their submission?
- What do Launch participants receive?
- Can Launch finalists and semifinalists participate in sessions at SXSW EDU in addition to the competition?
- What does it mean to be selected as a semifinalist for Launch?
- What if I am not selected as a Launch Competition finalist or semifinalist, but would still like to attend SXSW EDU 2027?
- What about my intellectual property?
- If I am selected as a Launch finalist, what type of coaching for the live competition will I receive?
- How long will my Launch presentation be?
- During the presentation to the judges, how many people can be presenting?
- Who are the Launch judges?
- Will I have an opportunity to demo my company's product / service during SXSW EDU?
- What AV equipment will be available to me during my presentation?
- Can I talk about fundraising in my presentation?
- Can I video record my presentation?
- How many awards will finalists be eligible for?
- What will the Launch Startup Competition winners receive?
- What are SXSW EDU policies regarding refunds, credentials, and the terms and conditions? PLEASE READ!
- Still have questions?