The National Pitch Competition for Students, grades 9 to 12. Real problems in finance, AI-powered solutions. Pitch in teams up to 5.
Finance and AI are colliding fast. The next significant idea could come from a high school student.
How to Compete
Form Your Team
1–5 members. Diverse perspectives make stronger pitches.
Register
Sign up through the official portal.
Pitch Your Idea
Develop your AI × Finance concept, business model, and pitch deck. Focus on real-world impact and feasibility.
Submit
Upload your pitch video (max 8 min) as a YouTube link before the deadline.
Get Judged
Expert judges evaluate your problem, AI potential, business model, and risk thinking.
Key Dates
Registration Opens
Teams and individuals can begin registering.
Registration Closes
Team composition locks. No additions after this point.
Submission Deadline
Pitch videos due by 11:59 PM ET. No exceptions.
Winners Announced
Results published. Finalists featured on official pages.
Judging Criteria
The Problem
- →What specific problem in the world of finance does it solve?
- →How impactful is your solution, and to what scale?
The AI Application
- →How much potential does your solution have? Be specific.
- →What advantages does your AI offer to your specific problem?
The Business Model
- →What type of finance company would use your AI product or service?
- →What is the intent of your solution? (Nonprofit, Open source, Educational, For-profit, etc.)
Risk & Audience
- →What are some risks/concerns? How could they be addressed?
- →Who is your target audience?
Prizes
First Place
Grand prize
Announced soonSecond Place
Runner-up
Announced soonThird Place
Third place
Announced soonCommon Questions
Still have a question? Read the full rules or email contact.finaipitch@finaipitchcompetition.org.