launchU Startup Competition

Official launchU page. 7th annual Shark Tank-style competition. Open globally to high school and college students. 2026: 10 finalists, $3,500 Best Overall + incubation. Also confirmed via news articles.

• Global competition open to high school and university students.
• 7th annual in 2026.
• 2026 prizes: Best Overall $3,500 + incubation, Best College $2,500, Best High School $2,500, Audience Favorite $1,000.
• 2026 winners: BioMex (MSU), SORVY (WSU), Tech Buddies (Hempfield HS).
• Five-week innovation sprint with mentors.
• Sponsored by The Hershey Company.

• Total annual prize pool not aggregated on page.
• Historical participation numbers not tracked.

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