Georgia Fintech Academy Student Challenge @ Atlanta Fintech Week
Georgia Fintech Academy Student Challenge at Atlanta Fintech Week
Think fast. Solve smart. Pitch your idea.
Join the Georgia Fintech Academy for a live student challenge hosted during Atlanta Fintech Week.
Student teams will tackle a real-world fintech problem revealed onsite, develop a solution concept, and pitch their recommendation to fintech industry leaders.
No advance preparation is required. Students will work in teams of three and present a concise 3-slide, 3-minute pitch.
For Students
Compete for a $1,500 prize for the winning team.
You do not need to be a fintech expert. Students from business, technology, finance, design, data, communications, entrepreneurship, and other disciplines are encouraged to participate.
Students may register with an existing team of three or register individually to be matched with a team.
Student participants must complete both steps:
Register for the Student Participant ticket on this page.
Complete the Student Challenge registration form: https://usgsurveys.usg.edu/zs/k3Bhw1
*NOTE: Student participation is not confirmed until the required registration form has been completed and your Luma registration has been approved.
For Industry Professionals + Volunteers
We’re inviting members of Atlanta’s fintech community to help create a strong student experience.
Industry participants can support the challenge as:
Judges
Student mentors
Event volunteers
Company representatives
Networking participants
Future Challenge Champions or sponsors
Choose the Industry Professional + Volunteer ticket when registering and indicate how you would like to participate.
Event Details
Monday, September 28, 2026
9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Tech Square Clubhouse, Atlanta
Networking lunch is included.
Registration Approval
All registrations are reviewed before participation is confirmed. You’ll receive a follow-up email once your registration has been approved.