Do you have an app idea?

 
Have you ever had an idea for a new mobile app, but it didn't go anywhere because you didn't have the tools and resources to develop it? Try the WiSys APPStart Challenge, which will connect you with the expertise and resources necessary to turn your app idea into a business.

It only takes 250 words or less to submit your idea.

The challenge is open to faculty, staff, students and alumni from WiSys schools: UW-Eau Claire, UW-Green Bay, UW-La Crosse, UW Oshkosh, UW-Parkside, UW-Platteville, UW-River Falls, UW-Stevens Point, UW-Stout, UW-Superior and UW-Whitewater.

For questions about the contest, please read the FAQ. If you still have questions, please contact Adhira Sunkara.

You could win more than $10,000 (cash + services)

2022 WiSys APPStart Challenge Prizes

  • 10 semifinalists receive a $100 prize
  • 3 finalists will receive app prototype development services and startup training and support
  • $5,000 will be awarded to the new startup business of the winning finalist.
  • $2,500 will be awarded to the new startup business of the runner-up finalist.
  • $1,500 will be awarded to the new startup business of the second runner-up finalist

Important Dates

The next challenge is expected to open in the fall semester of 2023. Please check back for more details. In the meantime, if you are interested in advancing an app-based business idea, contact WiSys Assistant Director Adhira Sunkara.

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Testimonial

“This entrepreneurial experience was amazing! To be honest I learned more about the construction of a business in six months than three years of theory. This competition made me grow in every aspect of my job as a future CEO of VIGRID. Thank you again WiSys and Noble Applications for the opportunity and the trust toward my work. I am very proud of my journey and will expand this feeling into my company.”

-Celine Massereau
UW-Green Bay Student 2019-20 Finalist

CHALLENGE SPONSOR

Noble Applications is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin and provides software design and development services with a focus on mobile applications and custom software applications. They’re ready to help you start turning your ideas into beautifully designed, flawlessly executed applications today. You know your business, they build your apps.

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Resources
APPStart 2022 Promo Video
APPStart FAQ
APPStart Finalist Agreement
APPStart Terms & Conditions