4780 Ashford
Dunwoody Rd

Suite 540-131 Atlanta, GA 30338

admin@tie-atlanta.org

TiE UNIVERSITY

ABOUT TiE UNIVERSITY

TiE University is empowering college students to become the next generation of entrepreneurs by educating, mentoring, and inspiring university students to plan and take intelligent risks in starting or scaling a business. The program is free and open to students currently enrolled in college or recent graduates from 2022 or 2023.

Now entering its 11th year, TiE Atlanta University has worked with 240 teams and over 460 students from 18 universities in Georgia and Southeastern US states. Seventy-five coaches have participated in ongoing mentorship and funding introductions, and survey results reveal a more than 90% satisfaction rating for the program.

TiE University Calendar

Online Application Due – 12/14/2023 – LINK

Info Sessions  1/16/2024 and 1/23/24 at 5pm EDT via Zoom

Business Model Canvas Due – 2/9/2024

Business Plan Summary Due – 2/16/2024

Mock/Practice Round – 3/2/2024

Qualifying Round  – 3/16/2024

Final Atlanta Round – 4/6/2024

TiE Global Pitchfest – Early May 2024

TiE University Co-Chairs

Success Stats

For questions or additional info, email tieu@tie-atlanta.org

Program Format

TiE University has developed into an award-winning program that brings together university entrepreneurs with successful business leaders across Georgia to perfect their pitch, develop their product or service and provide a holistic approach to their startup. The teams get mentored by real-world entrepreneurs and compete in a mock/practice round and a qualifying round in Q1. The final teams then go onto compete for cash prizes at TiE University Atlanta Finals, a pitch competition held every Spring. The winning team then goes on to the TiE University Global Pitchfest Competition held in early May to compete with other TiE University teams from around the globe.

TESTIMONIAL

I've grown so much throughout the TiE University Atlanta program and appreciate the opportunity for further growth. I’ve re-applied. Thanks again and again for the excellent program!
TiE University Atlanta was an amazing experience. We received valuable feedback, mentorship, guidance, and connections. I would highly recommend TiE University so you can receive more feedback to scale your business, as you can meet experienced people willing to help you!