Managed by the Polsky Center, the George Shultz Innovation Fund provides up to $250,000 in investment funding to early-stage science-based, deep-tech, and AI ventures spinning out of the University of Chicago. Beyond capital, finalists receive hands-on support to validate their market, sharpen their commercial path, strengthen their investor pitch, and prepare for diligence. Funding and support are designed to advance commercialization and position ventures for their next round of outside investment.

The deadline for the Spring 2027 cycle is November 30, 2026 at 3:00 pm CT. Please contact Brittani Brown (brittani.brown@chicagobooth.edu) with any questions.