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A competition show creating heroes out of college students worth emulating. Apply for a chance to compete on-camera in Grand Rapids this October.
Share your info, financial background, and a headshot. Takes about 5 minutes.
If you're selected for a callback audition, we'll send you an invite email.
We'll ask a few more questions, have you record a video audition, and sign some paperwork.
Finalists compete on-camera October 10–17, 2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
No. Any student who will be enrolled in college during October 2026 can apply — freshman through graduate.
The application is open to any current students who are 18 or older and are U.S. citizens.
Unless you are already receiving a full-tuition scholarship, you are welcome to apply.
Yes, if you are selected to compete, we will cover your travel and lodging expenses to Grand Rapids, Michigan, October 10–17, 2026. You must be available for the entire duration of the competition.
Applying is easy. Show us what you've got.
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