Corsair Idea Challenge

Have an idea for a new product or service?

The Corsair Idea Challenge is an event designed to promote innovative ideas from across campus, and is open to all UMassD students. Your idea can be for a new product, service or experience. Whatever it is, we want to hear about it!

Registration is currently closed, but will open again during the Fall 2026 semester.

The top 3 winners receive:

First place: $500
Second place: $300
Third place: $200

Finalists also receive a free 2-month membership to the Co-Creative Center in downtown New Bedford.

The winner also receives 3-months of free mentoring from the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE).

Frequently asked questions

Yes! You’re welcome to submit ideas that are still under development. In fact, answering the above questions in your submission might help you flesh it out a bit.

Yes! Not every idea has customers, but if you think there’s a way that your idea could make money (e.g., through ticket sales or event fees), make sure to mention it in your pitch.

Nope, no slides are necessary. Just make sure to talk about each of the areas mentioned above in your recording.