Eligibility
Are you eligible to apply to the RBPC? Let's see!
You are initially eligible for RBPC 2027 if your startup:
- is student-driven, student-created and/or student-managed
- has at least two current student founders or management team members
- are from a college or university anywhere in the world
- has not raised more than $300,000 in equity capital prior to July 1, 2026
- has not generated revenue of more than $150,000 in any 12-month period prior to July 1, 2026
- is seeking funding or capital
- is a viable investment opportunity
If you can answer all those questions with "Yes," then your startup appears eligible! Please read the full details in the short document linked above. Learn what w are looking for in an application so you can submit the strongest application possible!
Apply for the RBPC starting Nov. 9 here!
Apply for #RBPC27
If you've reviewed eligibility and are ready to apply, visit the competition portal!
Important Dates for RBPC 2026 Applicants
| Date | Event or Deadline |
|---|---|
| November 9, 2026 | 8:00 AM CST - Applications for #RBPC27 open: https://rbpc.poetic.io |
| January 29, 2027 | 11:59 PM CST - Applications close; deadline to submit applications |
| February 16, 2026 | Noon CST - Startups invited to participate via social media, email and text. |
| February 22, 2026 | 5:00 PM CST - Invited teams confirm commitment to compete via written confirmation on application and last day to withdraw without penalty |