The Patriot Pitch Competition supports idea and early-stage business ventures that are led by current George Mason students and recent alumni from all majors/fields of study.
If you have a business idea or you're creating a new venture and want to be eligible for $60,000 in total prizes, the Patriot Pitch Competition may be for you.
2027 Patriot Pitch Competition Interest Form
Submit this quick interest form to receive:
- Info session calendar invites
- Mentorship opportunities and chances to connect with other entrepreneurial students/alumni at George Mason
- A link to the full application (Spring 2027)
- Deadline reminders
Note: This form let's us know that you're interested, but it's not the official application. To be considered for the semifinal round, you must submit the full application in Spring 2027 (opens January and due by end of February).
Upcoming Interest Meetings (in person)
- Wednesday, September 16, 12:00-12:45 p.m.
- Thursday, October 1, 12:00–12:45 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 10, 4:15–5:00 p.m.
Timeline
| Application portal opens | Early January 2027 through early February |
| Applications will be reviewed and semifinalist will be announced | End of February |
| Selected semifinal teams will be matched with a business mentor and provided key resources to prepare their pitch decks and a short business pitch | |
| The semifinal round will take place via Zoom | End of March |
| Selected finalist teams will pitch their business idea on in front of a live audience; $60,000 in total prizes awarded! | April 6, 2027 |
$60K in Total Prizes, with Awards in Each Track
2026 Patriot Pitch Competition Award Winner. Photo by John Boal Photography.
Competition Tracks
Applications will be reviewed by a panel of entrepreneurship experts, who will select up to 4 semifinalist teams for each track.
Meant for idea-stage and experiential learning pitches (teams that are not necessarily planning to start a business but using this as an opportunity to gain an entrepreneurial mindset and intrapreneurial skills in preparation for entering corporate or small business environments).
Meant for idea-stage ventures that have a social enterprise business model. Non-profit organizations or ventures that generate positive environmental, global or societal impact.
Meant for idea-stage aspiring entrepreneurs that intend on starting a business or starting to reach early milestones.
Meant for idea early-stage aspiring entrepreneurs that intend on starting their business or have already started their business and meet the defined eligibility limitations for revenue, # of years in business, etc.
Sponsorship Opportunities
If you are interested in learning more about becoming a sponsor for the 2027 Patriot Pitch Competition, please email Katie Parkes Greene: kparkes@gmu.edu.