By Agbai Sharonjoyce
The Blue Ocean Student Entrepreneur Competition is a global virtual pitch competition for high school students. It aims to encourage innovative business ideas and support young entrepreneurs.
The focus is on creating “blue ocean” businesses that make competition irrelevant by creating new market spaces.
Funding and benefits
Winners receive cash prizes, including $1,000 for first prize, $750 for second prize, and $500 for third prize.
Participants also get feedback from experienced entrepreneurs, join a community of like-minded students, and gain valuable experience.
Eligibility Criteria
- – High school students worldwide
- – Individuals or teams of up to 5 members
- – No prior business experience required
Application requirements
Applicants must:
- – Register for the competition
- – Create a 5-minute video pitch using the provided rubric
- – Submit the video by February 22, 2026
Deadline
The deadline for this application is February 22, 2026. Click here to apply. Explore more global calls on our Opportunities page.
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