Critical’s University Impact Prize, supports university founders working on problems that matter, including healthcare, climate, economic opportunity, and more. This opportunity is designed to support students addressing critical global challenges and to help them transition into full-time entrepreneurship, with mentorship and funding.

The prize is open to any university student (undergraduate, master’s, PhD) or recent alumni (within 24 months of graduation) from any accredited university worldwide. To be eligible for the grand prize, applicants must have at least one co-founder.

Applications are due by April 16, 2025. To apply or learn more, check out the information webpage here.