Emerging technologies are shaping how higher education operates.
If you have a technology solution that addresses core issues in higher education, join us for the Emerging Tech Experience to engage with technology decision-makers, develop strategic connections, receive targeted feedback on your products and services, and build brand awareness with thousands of college, university, and industry leaders.
Learn more about this opportunity below, and apply by June 26. If you have questions, contact our corporate team.
How to Participate
Participation in the Emerging Tech Experience is open to companies that provide higher education technology solutions. Your company must:
- Have been in business for five years or less
- Earn less than $5M in revenue
- Employ 30 staff members or less
- Have a technology readiness level of 6 or higher
If your company meets the criteria above, submit an application to participate by June 26.
Has your company previously participated in the Emerging Tech Experience?
If so, an application is not required. Companies who meet the criteria above can participate in the Emerging Tech Experience for up to five years. If your company has previously been a part of this experience and is interested in joining us again, please contact our corporate team for next steps.
What's In It for You?
- Brand exposure: Build brand awareness with potential customers and investors.
- Strategic connections: Make connections with college, university, and industry technology decision-makers.
- Feedback: Gather product feedback from experts in the community.
- Discounted exhibit space: Get a unique display space* at a reduced cost in one of three areas within the EDUCAUSE Commons (aka Exhibit Hall) that best reflect your product and service: Enterprise Strategy, Infrastructure, and Support; Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Risk Management; and Teaching and Learning.
- Mentoring: Enjoy a 30-minute mentoring session with an industry/higher education professional during the in-person experience.
- 10-minute online demo prior to EDUCAUSE 2026: Conduct an online demo of your products and services before the big event (will take place Monday, September 14).
- Complimentary conference registrations: Receive one complimentary exhibit staff registration and one complimentary full-conference registration for access to the complete conference experience.
- Entrance to the networking reception: Mingle with attendees over food and drinks in the EDUCAUSE Commons on Wednesday, September 30.
"The Emerging Tech Experience is an incredible way to get product feedback, network, and be exposed to more of the higher ed market for small and growing companies. It's truly a pathway to growing your company."
Pricing
| Opportunity | Price |
|---|---|
| Emerging Tech Experience Participation | $2,000 member $3,200 nonmember |
Pricing includes a display space, electricity, wireless access, one exhibit staff registration and one full-conference registration, mentoring and an online demo opportunity, and a listing in the online exhibitor directory.
EDUCAUSE Membership
EDUCAUSE members receive special pricing on all of our events, sponsorships, exhibits, and more. Learn more about the benefits of membership.
Key Dates
| Emerging Tech Experience Application Open | May 4 |
|---|---|
| Emerging Tech Experience Corporate Resource Center Available | June |
| Emerging Tech Experience Application Close | June 26 |
| Applicants Notified | Week of July 6 |
| In-Person Event | Denver, CO | September 29–October 2 |
| Exhibiting Dates | September 30–October 1 |
| Online Event | October 14–15 |
Know of an emerging tech company who could benefit?
If you know of a company who could benefit from participating in the Emerging Tech Experience or if you are with an institution that hosts an incubator program for emerging tech companies, please share this opportunity.