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Empowers students to showcase inventions and compete for significant awards.

Empowers K-12 students to innovate and address real-world challenges through invention and entrepreneurship.

Elevates undergraduate innovation through inter-university competition and significant cash prizes.

Support student innovations with prototype funding and resources.

Empowers students to develop and launch innovative products through mentorship and resources.

Engage with innovative digital media research presented by students and industry experts.

Advance ideas to proof-of-concept prototypes with mentorship and funding.

Empowers students with hands-on electronics prototyping resources.

Programs that provide mentorship, curricular credit, funding, and launch pathways to help undergraduate and graduate students validate ideas and transition to market-ready ventures.

Hands-on fabrication resources, equipment access, and microgrants that enable rapid prototyping, hardware iteration, and early proof-of-concept development for student projects.

Structured pitch competitions and award programs that assess inventions, provide cash prizes, expert judging, and pathways to further support or commercialization.

Events that present graduate and campus research to industry professionals to foster collaboration, technology transfer, and talent recruitment.

InVenture Prize

The Georgia Tech InVenture Prize is an undergraduate student competition where teams or individuals present their invention to a panel of expert judges for a shot at a first‑place prize of $20,000 and a U.S. patent. The program coordinates and supports this flagship entrepreneurship competition within the Student Innovation Program.

• Win $20,000 Cash Prize
  Provides substantial financial support for innovation and entrepreneurship.
• Present Innovations To Expert Judges
  Provides valuable feedback and networking opportunities from industry professionals.
• Gain U.S. Patent Application Support
  Encourages protection of intellectual property and future commercialization.
• Join CREATE-X Startup Launch Program
  Facilitates further development and commercialization of businesses after competition.
• Participate As Teams Or Individuals
  Encourages diverse participation and collaboration among students.
• Participate In Entrepreneurial Workshops
  Equips students with essential tools for business success in a practical setting.

K-12 InVenture Prize

K-12 InVenture Prize is an invention and entrepreneurship program at Georgia Tech's Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing that challenges students to identify real-world problems and design novel solutions.

• Fosters K-12 Innovation
  Encourages young innovators to create solutions applicable to their daily lives.
• Enhances Critical Thinking
  Develops critical problem-solving skills through hands-on invention activities.
• Leverage CEISMC Resources
  Utilizes resources and expertise from the Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing.
• Cultivates Entrepreneurial Mindset
  Equips students with essential entrepreneurial skills for future endeavors.

ACC InVenture Prize

The ACC InVenture Prize is an innovation competition in which teams of undergraduates representing each ACC university pitch their inventions or businesses to a panel of judges. Teams compete for a first‑place prize of $15,000.

• Win $15,000 Cash Prize
  The competition offers a substantial cash prize for the team that presents the best invention, providing financial support for pursuing their ideas further.
• Compete Among ACC Universities
  Students from various ACC universities engage in a competitive environment, showcasing their creativity and innovation on a prestigious platform.
• Receive Expert Feedback
  Participants have the opportunity to present their inventions to a knowledgeable panel, allowing for insightful feedback and potential networking.

Innovation Prototype Awards

The Innovation Prototype Award provides up to $500 in reimbursable funds to help prototype construction, requiring an itemized materials list and budget.

• Access Award Eligibility
  This award is dedicated exclusively to students currently enrolled at Georgia Tech, ensuring that funding supports active innovators.
• Support Material Acquisition
  Funding is specifically allocated for purchasing essential materials and supplies needed to create prototypes, fostering hands-on development.
• Receive Up To $500
  Selected students receive financial support of up to $500 to assist in the construction of their prototypes, which can significantly advance their innovative projects.
• Submit Application Timely
  To be considered for funding, students must apply before the deadline, ensuring timely support for project development.

Create-X

Create-X is a Georgia Tech initiative that helps students develop and launch value-creating products through its various pathways, including the Idea to Prototype program, enhancing entrepreneurial confidence and offering mentorship and funding.

• Learn Customer Discovery
  Guides students through understanding their target market and refining their product ideas.
• Create Functional Prototypes
  Empowers interdisciplinary teams to develop a prototype of their value-creating ideas with faculty mentorship.
• Launch Startups
  Provides up to $5,000 in optional funding, helping teams fully develop and launch their startups.
• Encourage Team Diversity
  Brings together students from different fields to enhance innovation through diverse perspectives.
• Access Entrepreneurial Workshops
  Equips students with necessary skills in problem-solving, networking, and business model development.

Digital Media Demo Day

The Digital Media Demo Day is a showcase of the Georgia Tech Digital Media graduate program’s research projects and is open to both students and industry professionals.

• Facilitates Networking Opportunities
  Industry professionals can connect with students, providing valuable networking and collaboration opportunities in the digital media sector.
• Highlights Student Innovation
  A platform for graduate students to present their research projects, allowing them to showcase their innovative ideas and receive feedback.
• Encourages Student Participation
  Offers a unique opportunity for Georgia Tech students to engage with cutting-edge research and industry trends in digital media.

Idea to Prototype (I2P) Program

Idea to Prototype (I2P) is a CREATE-X program that offers undergraduate research credit and mentorship to advance ideas toward a proof-of-concept prototype, with grants for materials.

• Encourages Diverse Participation
  This feature enhances team creativity and innovation by inviting students from various disciplines, promoting fresh perspectives and collaborative problem-solving.
• Connects with Experienced Guidance
  Students can access valuable insights and support from experienced faculty mentors, ensuring successful project development.
• Provides Financial Support
  Grants are available to fund the essential materials required for building and testing prototypes, reducing financial barriers for students.
• Earn Academic Credit
  Participants receive academic credit while developing their projects, aligning practical experience with academic objectives.

The Hive

The Hive is an electronics-focused makerspace offering resources such as 3D printers, soldering stations, PCB tools, and workbenches for Georgia Tech students.

• Facilitates Electronics Projects
  Provides a collaborative environment equipped with specialized tools and resources for hands-on electronics design and prototyping.
• Access Advanced Equipment
  Offers a wide range of state-of-the-art equipment necessary for students to create and iterate on their electronics prototypes effectively.
• Open To All Georgia Tech Students
  Provides a vibrant space for all students at Georgia Tech to explore their creativity and enhance their technical skills in electronics.