Hosted by the Center for Leadership Education, HopStart: Hopkins New Venture Challenge (formerly the JHU Business Plan Competition) is an annual startup competition that challenges Johns Hopkins students to develop a business plan around a novel idea and pitch their plan to industry leaders.
Throughout two stages of competition held during the spring of each year, students build an understanding of their target market and competitors, craft an effective market entry strategy, and present their plans to industry professionals on competition day.
Round 1 submissions are due on Wednesday, February 18.
Before You Register
Please read through our eligibility requirements in full before registering to ensure that your team is eligible to compete in HopStart. Following the eligibility requirements listed below, please take time to read through our registration guidelines before registering.
HopStart Eligibility Requirements
Please read the eligibility requirements in full before registering for the competition.