Collegiate Inventors Competition

Collegiate Inventors Competition

Collegiate Inventors Competition

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The Collegiate Inventors Competition® (CIC) is your opportunity to bring national attention to your work, gain valuable feedback from our National Inventors Hall of Fame® Inductees and compete for cash prizes.

To enter CIC, you’ll need to fill out our online application form. Here’s what you’ll be asked to provide:

  • Your student information

  • An essay including a brief description or abstract of your invention

  • A letter of recommendation from a faculty adviser or professional reference

  • A literature/patent search and summary

  • Any relevant supporting or supplemental materials you wish to submit, such as charts, graphs, videos, articles, samples, etc.

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