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STUD-ENT: Support for student entrepreneurs at OsloMet

Are you students at OsloMet with a business idea and ambitions to start a company? Apply for up to NOK 1 million in grants for development and commercialization of the solution from Innovation Norway.
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Do you have a business idea and dream of starting your own company?
As a student at OsloMet, you can apply for up to 1 million NOK in funding from Innovation Norway through the STUD-ENT program. This support gives you the opportunity to develop and commercialize your idea with a team, creating solutions for the market of the future.

What is STUD-ENT?

STUD-ENT is a funding program from Innovation Norway that helps students start companies based on knowledge gained during their studies. The goal is to develop innovative, sustainable, and scalable solutions that can make a real difference in the market.

OsloMet supports STUD-ENT applicants with guidance, resources, and networking opportunities, giving you the best possible foundation to succeed with your application.

Who can apply?

To apply, you must meet the following criteria:

  • You are a student or recently graduated (within 1 year of completing your studies):
    • Master’s students: Must submit their thesis before the project starts.
    • Ph.D. students: Must obtain confirmation that the project can be conducted alongside their studies.
  • You have a team of OsloMet students:
    • The team must collectively own at least 80% of the company.
    • The project must have a project leader who meets the education requirements.
  • You have a business idea with growth potential:
    • The idea must solve a specific market problem better than current solutions.
    • The project must have documented market acceptance and a clear commercialization plan.

How can OsloMet help you?

OsloMet offers several forms of support for STUD-ENT applicants:

  • Guidance: Get help refining your business idea and writing a strong application through OsloMet’s incubator, Gründergarasjen.
  • Resources: Access to relevant labs, workshops, rooms, and technical equipment.
  • Mentorship Program: Connect with mentors who have experience in business or academia.
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Find partners from various fields of study at OsloMet.

Contact the STUD-ENT coordinator at OsloMet to receive guidance and access to these resources.

What can the funding be used for?

The STUD-ENT funding can be used for:

  • Further development of your product or service in collaboration with customers and users.
  • Testing and adapting the solution to meet real needs.
  • Strengthening your team: Through participation in accelerator programs, networking events, or industry trade fairs.
  • Preparing for investor funding: Develop strategies to attract private capital.

Deadlines and Important Dates

  • Application deadline to Innovation Norway: Mid-February.
  • Contact OsloMet early for guidance and support before submitting your application.

Contact Us

Do you have questions about how OsloMet can support you in the application process? Get in touch with OsloMets STUD-ENT coordinator: samfunnsforbedringer@oslomet.no