Startup Challenge: A competition for Penn students to launch innovative ventures.
Location
Philadelphia, PA, US
Founded
2020
Venture Lab at the University of Pennsylvania hosts the Startup Challenge, a competition for student-founded ventures across Penn's campus. The program offers cash prizes, in-kind support, and resources to help launch innovative startups. Venture Lab focuses on fostering entrepreneurship among Penn students, providing a platform to showcase their ideas and connect with successful alumni.
The Startup Challenge culminates in a live final event where selected teams present their ventures. Notable participants include ToxiSense, which raised $85,000 through the program. Venture Lab's commitment to nurturing student entrepreneurship makes it a valuable resource for aspiring founders within the Penn ecosystem.
Venture Lab - Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
Portfolio Companies1
Current Portfolio Count1
Top Investment Stages
Angel1 (100.0%)
Stage Mix
Angel 100%
Concentration shown as share of disclosed investments by stage.