We look forward to seeing you at HopStart 2026!
Please register under the appropriate admission type using one of the links below. If you have any questions about which admission type is right for you, please email us at hopstart@jhu.edu.
Competitors who wish to help their team prepare their business plan in the virtual rounds of competition but do not plan to attend competition day to pitch their startup should email hopstart@jhu.edu for access to their team’s LivePlan template. Competitors should also read our registration guidelines and eligibility requirements before registering.
Categories
This year’s categories include General Ventures, Healthcare Ventures, Medical Technology Ventures, and Sustainability Ventures. Learn more about each category.
Deadlines
Competitor, Judge, and Mentor Registration – Sunday, February 15, 2026
General Admission Registration – Friday, April 17, 2026
General Admission Registration
If you wish to attend competition day, but do not wish to compete or serve as a judge or mentor, please register under General Admission. Faculty, staff, non-competing students, Hopkins affiliates, and external partners should choose this option. General admission registration closes Friday, April 17.