2026 Qualifiers scorecard

At each stage of the competition, you will be evaluated on different criteria outlined on the scorecard.

Written by Aliya Zarei

Last published at: June 1st, 2026

Here's a pro tip: Use this scorecard to evaluate your startup!

Leverage this scorecard to effectively assess your startup pitch deck and video. Here are some key benefits and additional tips:

  • Comprehensive assessment: The scorecard covers various aspects of your pitch, including clarity, market potential, and financial projections, ensuring a well-rounded evaluation.
  • Encourage diverse perspectives: Invite your professors, friends, and family to score your startup and provide feedback. Diverse viewpoints can help identify blind spots and strengthen your pitch.
  • Actionable feedback: Use the feedback gathered to make specific improvements to your pitch deck and video, increasing your chances of impressing investors and stakeholders.
  • Practice makes perfect: Regularly evaluate and refine your presentation using the scorecard. This iterative process will help you become more confident and articulate when presenting your startup.
  • Benchmarking progress: Keep track of your scores over time to measure your improvement. This can motivate you to enhance your skills and the quality of your pitch.