OwlSpark Class 7: Startup Team Application |
Welcome
To be considered for OwlSpark Class 7 (Summer 2019), one application per team must be completed by a Rice University-affiliated founder. Only one application per startup team may be submitted. Applications are being accepted through Sunday, March 3, 2019.
The application must be completed in its entirety. Because there is no option to save and finish later, startup teams are strongly encouraged to read key program details, review the application questions and pitch video criteria, and prepare productive answers before beginning the application. A confirmation email with a copy of your application will be sent to the startup team within two business days.
Eligible Team Composition
The application must be completed in its entirety. Because there is no option to save and finish later, startup teams are strongly encouraged to read key program details, review the application questions and pitch video criteria, and prepare productive answers before beginning the application. A confirmation email with a copy of your application will be sent to the startup team within two business days.
Eligible Team Composition
OwlSpark is open to Rice University students, staff, and faculty across all schools and all disciplines, as well as alumni within five years, who have an interest in building leadership skills and capacity as innovation-driven entrepreneurs.
Startup teams must have two to five founders, and at least one founder must be affiliated with Rice University. This includes currently enrolled students in good academic standing, faculty, staff, and/or alumni within five years of graduation. International founders are eligible, but if accepted to the OwlSpark program, you must secure authorization to participate from the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) prior to program launch.
All founders are expected to participate between May 16 and August 7, 2019, and are expected to attend the final showcase event. Founders are expected to be present at each session.
All founders must demonstrate a strong commitment and interest in launching their business.
Preparing for the Application Process
The application is divided into three sections: (1) the technology, (2) the startup team, and (3) the founders. You should be prepared to provide detailed, concise answers to questions surrounding each of these topics. We encourage each founder to review the application questions prior to applying.
Before beginning the application, please read key program details, review the application questions and 60-second pitch video criteria, and prepare productive answers. Be sure to review the information thoroughly, and reach out to us if you need clarification or have questions.
All founders are expected to participate between May 16 and August 7, 2019, and are expected to attend the final showcase event. Founders are expected to be present at each session.
All founders must demonstrate a strong commitment and interest in launching their business.
Preparing for the Application Process
The application is divided into three sections: (1) the technology, (2) the startup team, and (3) the founders. You should be prepared to provide detailed, concise answers to questions surrounding each of these topics. We encourage each founder to review the application questions prior to applying.
Before beginning the application, please read key program details, review the application questions and 60-second pitch video criteria, and prepare productive answers. Be sure to review the information thoroughly, and reach out to us if you need clarification or have questions.