Dates

Eligibility

Submission Requirements

1. Team leaders must make submissions on behalf of the team and abide by all submission requirements provided to registered teams.
2. The RAISE event dates and submission due dates are non-negotiable and must be adhered to.
3. Shortlisted finalists will be required to attend the final round of the competition at Rutgers University in person.
4. At least one member of the team must present in person. Failure to attend in person will result in disqualification.

Prizes and Awards

1. 1st Prize: $1,000 per team member (up to $5,000 per team).
2. 2nd Prize: $350 per team member (up to $1,750 per team, max 2 teams).

Judging Criteria 

1. Judging will be based on depth of analysis, method selection, and originality.
2. Judges’ decisions are final and cannot be appealed.