

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: StartupSTL: $10k University Pitch Competition (STL TechWeek 2026)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 13 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Mon, 13 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us for the 4th Annual STL TechWeek with 5 days of free events all over St. Louis during April 13th through the 17thAbout this EventStartupSTL $10K University Pitch Competition | April 13, 2026 | 5:00–7:30 PM | T-REXMark your calendars for the opening day of STL TechWeek where St. Louis’ top universities  are going head-to-head in a live startup competition -- bringing the region’s next generation of founders to one stage.The StartupSTL $10K University Pitch Competition will feature nine student-led startups, each hand-picked by their institution, competing for a $10,000 non-dilutive prize, and serious bragging rights across the region.Each team will deliver a five-minute pitch, followed by a live Q&amp;A with a panel of venture capital judges, evaluating not just the idea, but the team, traction, and potential to scale.This is more than a competition -- it’s a showcase of the emerging startup pipeline across St. Louis, connecting universities, founders, investors, and the broader tech community.What to Expect:🎤 9 student startups, each representing a different university⏱️ 5-minute pitches + 2-minute live Q&amp;A💡 Real-time feedback from VC judges🏆 $10K non-dilutive prize awarded to the top teamParticipating Institutions Include:Harris-Stowe State UniversityLindenwood UniversityMaryville UniversityPrincipia CollegeSaint Louis UniversitySouthern Illinois University – EdwardsvilleUniversity of Missouri – St. LouisWashington University in St. LouisWebster UniversityEach institution selects one startup to represent them—whether from a campus competition, accelerator, incubator, or hackathon—ensuring the strongest founders take the stage.Startup Eligibility:At least one current student founder from the participating institutionMinimum Viable Product (MVP)No previously raised outside capital (non-dilutive funding permitted)Industry agnosticJudging Criteria:Pitch clarity and problem definitionTeam strength and role alignmentDifferentiation and competitive advantageMarket understanding and go-to-market strategyTraction and learning from early usersQuality of Q&amp;A responsesWhether you’re an investor, founder, student, or ecosystem leader, this is your chance to see the future of the St. Louis startup ecosystem -- live and in competition. Join us at T-REX and watch the region’s next breakout founders take the stage!Parking &amp; AccessParking is available in the lot between 10th and 11th street, at the meters along the street, or in the Marriott garage across from T-REX. The event is located on the 5th floor of the building.Presenting SponsorsThis event is made possible due to the generous support of Cultivation Capital and Stakehouse. Thank you for your partnership of StartupSTL!
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## Event venue details

- **city**: St. Louis
- **state**: MO
- **country**: United States
- **location**: T-REX
- **lat**: 38.63143999999999
- **long**: -90.19318779999999
- **full address**: T-REX, 911 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Mon, 13 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** T-REX, 911 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, United States
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- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** TechSTL
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** contests, business, it, hackathons, calendar
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