Application
To apply, please complete either our Student Track Application by March 2nd or Alumni Track Application by April 27th. By submitting an application, you will be confirmed to participate in NRLC Round One.
Students from all areas of study are encouraged to apply, along with alumni from any graduating year. Team members or partners do not need to have a Rice background, however, the competitor pitching is required to be a Rice student or alumni.
Round One
Competitors will prepare a 5-minute pitch to present to our NRLC judges. After pitching, participants will have an additional 5 minutes to answer questions from the judges and team. Startups moving on to the Championships will be announced within 24 hours.
Championships
Before our final round, Lilie will help you refine your venture and prepare you to give an award-winning pitch, with:
- Mentor session with seasoned entrepreneurs to develop your ideas
- Pitch training workshops to polish your presentation
- Professional recording of your pitch to show at the Championships
During the Championships, your recording will be followed by Q&A from our judges, and the top pick will be voted on by the audience.