Competition
MN Cup
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MN Cup is a statewide startup competition for Minnesota entrepreneurs and innovators with under $1M in annual revenue. Participants can win up to $75,000 in equity-free prize money alongside mentorship, workshops, and visibility.
See your fitKey facts
- Organiser
- Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota
- Opens
- March 2, 2026
- Amount
- $75,000 · Prize
- Open to
- United States
- Stages
- Idea, Pre-seed, Seed
- Sectors
- Any sector
Only for founders in Minnesota.
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See your fit: whether you qualify, the official application form, and Autopilot to fill it in for you. Equity, fees, format and location open with it.
See your fitKey questions about MN Cup
Who can apply to MN Cup?
MN Cup is aimed at startups at these stages: Idea, Pre-seed, and Seed. Eligible locations: United States. Other requirements: Earning less than $1 Million in annual revenue.
When is the MN Cup deadline?
Applications open on March 2, 2026.
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