Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition 2026

The Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition invites education ventures from around the world to scale innovative solutions in education. It offers prizes and access to expert mentorship and a global network of educators and innovators. Ventures compete for substantial prizes and gain exposure through a global education-focused accelerator context.

Cash prizes and opportunity for mentorship and access to a global network; participation via Catapult, the virtual accelerator at Penn GSE.

Education ventures with innovative solutions to advance teaching and learning around the world are welcomed, including both nonprofit and for‑profit submissions.

Applicants apply through Catapult, the Catalyst @ Penn GSE virtual accelerator.