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EdTech Week
EdTech Week Shark Tank Startup Pitch Competition 2026
Amount
Varies
EdTech investor offers
Deadline
Aug 16, 2026
Odds
Few from hundreds
Effort
15 to 30 min
Can you get this?
✓For-profit or nonprofit edtech startups
✓Under $10M in funding or annual revenue
✓Open to companies from anywhere in the world
✓Must address education sectors via technology
✓Application deadline August 16, 2026
Your real odds
A small number of finalists are hand-picked from hundreds of applications each year to pitch on stage.
Finalists are hand-picked from hundreds of applications, and while the sharks collectively pledge up to $250,000, individual investment deals are not guaranteed for every participant.
What it takes
Submit the online application15 to 30 min
Prepare your pitch for the live event
Worth knowing
Selection criteria prioritize diverse-minded teams with passion for education first, then the size and quality of the problem being solved, so lead with your mission and market before your product features.
What else do you qualify for?
Filter 1,700+ opportunities by identity, stage, and region.
Select all three to see your result.
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