Venture Capital Unplugged
Hear from venture capitalists, explore industry trends, and connect with peers in informal networking sessions. Read More
Venture Capital
Investing Essentials
Investing Essentials is designed for students interested in learning about and pursuing careers in the private equity and venture capital space. Read More
Resources
Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) These sample SAFEs are behind password. Please reach out to Dr. Amber Bradley Williams at amber.bradley@chicagobooth.edu for access. The Polsky Center’s investment terms are non-negotiable. NVC Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) – LLC Template NVC Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE)… Read More
Application
Applications are currently closed. BASIC APPLICATION QUESTIONS Students must speak to the following topics about their business in short-answer responses. This section will serve as the Executive Summary to a team’s application. FEASIBILITY SUMMARY Students must develop a 8-page feasibility summary outlining a business or idea. Common… Read More
Application and Eligibility
The 2025-2026 SNVC Application is now closed. Eligibility Requirements All currently enrolled graduate students at the University of Chicago are eligible to apply to the SNVC as an individual or as a team. It is highly encouraged to submit an application to the SNVC as a team… Read More
Application and Eligibility
Application Components Feasibility Summary Students must develop a 8-page feasibility summary outlining a business or idea. Common elements of a feasibility summary include: Application Questions Students must speak to the following topics about their business in short-answer responses. This section will serve as the Executive Summary to a team’s… Read More
Official Rules and Guidelines
PURPOSE OF THE CNVC To encourage the founding and growth of high-potential new ventures founded by UChicago College students. PHASES OF THE CNVC Most other universities host a single day or weekend business plan competition for their students interested in entrepreneurship. The CNVC is different. It is not… Read More
Venture Capital Investment Competition (VCIC)
Experience the venture capital process firsthand through the world’s largest venture capital investment competition. Read More
Elfman-Wareham Private Equity and Venture Capital Lab (PE/VC Lab)
Gain hands-on investing experience through internships, coursework, and mentorship with leading PE and VC firms. Read More
Rattan L. Khosa SeedCon
Hear from entrepreneurs and investors sharing lessons on startup growth, leadership, and venture creation. Read More