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Fueling the Future of Commodity Finance
Fueling the Future of Commodity Finance
Fueling the Future of Commodity Finance
The premier event hosted in the Energy Capital of the World for ambitious undergraduate students to showcase their expertise in commodities, connect with industry leaders, and launch their careers in commodities.
The premier event hosted in the Energy Capital of the World for ambitious undergraduate students to showcase their expertise in commodities, connect with industry leaders, and launch their careers in commodities.
The premier event hosted in the Energy Capital of the World for ambitious undergraduate students to showcase their expertise in commodities, connect with industry leaders, and launch their careers in commodities.
Our Valued Competition Partners.
Our Valued Competition Partners.
Explore Our Past Competitions
Explore Our Past Competitions
Explore UCC's legacy: where student innovation meets industry insight, forging impactful solutions to real-world commodity challenges.
Undergraduate Commodities Competition 2024
The 2024 Undergraduate Commodities Competition (UCC) brought together 25 teams from 21 universities worldwide, challenging them with real-world commodities trading scenarios.
1st Place - Sentinel Energy Traders (UPenn)
2nd Place - ACB Asset Management (Virginia Tech)
3rd Place - SAGD Capital (Trinity University)
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Undergraduate Commodities Competition 2024
The 2024 Undergraduate Commodities Competition (UCC) brought together 25 teams from 21 universities worldwide, challenging them with real-world commodities trading scenarios.
1st Place - Sentinel Energy Traders (UPenn)
2nd Place - ACB Asset Management (Virginia Tech)
3rd Place - SAGD Capital (Trinity University)
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Undergraduate Commodities Competition 2024
The 2024 Undergraduate Commodities Competition (UCC) brought together 25 teams from 21 universities worldwide, challenging them with real-world commodities trading scenarios.
1st Place - Sentinel Energy Traders (UPenn)
2nd Place - ACB Asset Management (Virginia Tech)
3rd Place - SAGD Capital (Trinity University)
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Undergraduate Commodities Competition 2024
The 2024 Undergraduate Commodities Competition (UCC) brought together 25 teams from 21 universities worldwide, challenging them with real-world commodities trading scenarios.
1st Place - Sentinel Energy Traders (UPenn)
2nd Place - ACB Asset Management (Virginia Tech)
3rd Place - SAGD Capital (Trinity University)
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Undergraduate Commodites Competition 2023
The 2023 UCC attracted 55 exceptional students from 10 global universities, forming 15 teams, representing a new wave of talent for the commodities sector.
1st Place - Rice University
2nd Place - University of Texas A&M
3rd Place - University of Houston
4th Place - Pennsylvania State University
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Undergraduate Commodites Competition 2023
The 2023 UCC attracted 55 exceptional students from 10 global universities, forming 15 teams, representing a new wave of talent for the commodities sector.
1st Place - Rice University
2nd Place - University of Texas A&M
3rd Place - University of Houston
4th Place - Pennsylvania State University
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Undergraduate Commodites Competition 2023
The 2023 UCC attracted 55 exceptional students from 10 global universities, forming 15 teams, representing a new wave of talent for the commodities sector.
1st Place - Rice University
2nd Place - University of Texas A&M
3rd Place - University of Houston
4th Place - Pennsylvania State University
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Undergraduate Commodites Competition 2023
The 2023 UCC attracted 55 exceptional students from 10 global universities, forming 15 teams, representing a new wave of talent for the commodities sector.
1st Place - Rice University
2nd Place - University of Texas A&M
3rd Place - University of Houston
4th Place - Pennsylvania State University
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Process
UCC's clear framework for student success. From initial idea to expert presentation, our process develops analytical rigor and showcases emerging commodity talent.
Apply
Assemble your 3-4 member undergraduate team. Develop and submit your innovative commodity equity or trade idea to enter UCC.
Refine
Selected teams advance. Deepen research, build robust models, and perfect your presentation, utilizing access to premium data resources provided.
pitch
Present your researched commodity idea to a panel of industry expert judges in a timed format, followed by a rigorous Q&A session.
Connect
Engage with industry professionals at the exclusive Energy Mixer. Top teams gain recognition, prizes, and significant career exposure in Houston.
Proven Talent, Endorsed by Industry Leaders
3.76
Average GPA
12
National Merit Scholars
It was really interesting insight into young talented people and how they think about energy finance
Maynard Holt
Maynard Holt
Maynard Holt
CEO, Veriten
CEO, Veriten
CEO, Veriten
It was great to see the next generation's creativity and interest in energy and commodity trading
Ismael Hernandez
COO, Novum Energy
Design Director, 3Lateral
12.8 %
Students Receive Direct Internships
54
Attending Universities
Common Queries Answered
Q: What is the Undergraduate Commodities Competition (UCC)?
UCC is an annual competition hosted by Cougar Commodities at the University of Houston. It's designed for undergraduate students interested in energy and finance to demonstrate their skills in commodity analysis, investment research, and pitching ideas to industry professionals.
Q: What is the Undergraduate Commodities Competition (UCC)?
Q: What is the Undergraduate Commodities Competition (UCC)?
UCC is an annual competition hosted by Cougar Commodities at the University of Houston. It's designed for undergraduate students interested in energy and finance to demonstrate their skills in commodity analysis, investment research, and pitching ideas to industry professionals.
Q: What is the Undergraduate Commodities Competition (UCC)?
UCC is an annual competition hosted by Cougar Commodities at the University of Houston. It's designed for undergraduate students interested in energy and finance to demonstrate their skills in commodity analysis, investment research, and pitching ideas to industry professionals.
Q: Who is eligible to participate in UCC?
Q: Who is eligible to participate in UCC?
Q: Who is eligible to participate in UCC?
Q: Who is eligible to participate in UCC?
Q: What is the primary objective of the competition pitch?
Q: What is the primary objective of the competition pitch?
Q: What is the primary objective of the competition pitch?
Q: What is the primary objective of the competition pitch?
Q: What types of investment ideas can teams pitch?
Q: What types of investment ideas can teams pitch?
Q: What types of investment ideas can teams pitch?
Q: What types of investment ideas can teams pitch?
Q: What is the typical structure of the competition day?
Q: What is the typical structure of the competition day?
Q: What is the typical structure of the competition day?
Q: What is the typical structure of the competition day?
Q: Are there any special resources provided to competing teams?
Q: Are there any special resources provided to competing teams?
Q: Are there any special resources provided to competing teams?
Q: Are there any special resources provided to competing teams?
Fueling the Future of Commodities
Undergraduate Commodities Competition © 2025. Hosted by Cougar Commodities. All Rights Reserved.
Designed by Kooky Tilt
Fueling the Future of Commodities
Undergraduate Commodities Competition © 2025. Hosted by Cougar Commodities. All Rights Reserved.
Designed by Kooky Tilt
Fueling the Future of Commodities
Undergraduate Commodities Competition © 2025. Hosted by Cougar Commodities. All Rights Reserved.
Designed by Kooky Tilt
Fueling the Future of Commodities
Undergraduate Commodities Competition © 2025. Hosted by Cougar Commodities. All Rights Reserved.
Designed by Kooky Tilt