Graves Business Plan Competition
The Graves Business Plan Competition offers University of Tennessee, Knoxville students enrolled in undergraduate and master’s degree programs the opportunity to win start-up capital for an original business idea. Prizes are awarded for first, second, and third place in two business categories: growth and lifestyle.
First place: $5,000
Second place: $3,000
Third place: $2,000
The three-round competition takes place each fall and spring semester.
Monday, Oct. 02
8:00 am
Application Period Opens
Apply Online
Sunday, Oct. 15
11:59 pm
Application Period Closes
Friday, Oct. 20
8:00 am
Invitation to Pitch
Friday, Nov. 10
8:00 am
Pitches to Judges
Friday, Nov. 17
8:00 am