Current full- or part-time, degree-seeking Arkansas college and university students who want a real-world opportunity to explore a business idea or simply learn more about entrepreneurship are invited to compete!

Students and advisors for the top three winning teams in both divisions will once again share a $114,000 cash prize pool!

Teams are not required to start their businesses to compete, and the competition is free.

Arkansas Capital launched the Governor’s Cup in 2001 to increase student appreciation for the challenges that come with developing a viable business offering. Through a rigorous, real-world process, the competition recognizes teams that are best able to articulate a plan that addresses these challenges and convince judges that their ideas will be profitable.

This appreciation and the real-world skills gained by competing will serve students well into the future professionally and personally – regardless of whether or not they launch their business venture.

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