The Student Seed Fund is a micro grant program managed by Drexel Smart House and open to all Drexel students. This program supports student innovation by funding early stage research and the development of prototypes or models, with the ultimate goal of launching strong research and development ripe for commercialization and technology transfer activities. Projects can receive up to $2500 from the fund, and proposals are reviewed within three weeks. In addition to funding, selected ideas will receive extensive support and mentorship.

Student Seed Fund proposals are evaluated by a review board made up of faculty, DSH member students, and possibly alumni partners. Review board members are under strict non-disclosure agreements to keep the contents of proposals confidential if needed. Drexel Smart House members are available to support Drexel students in the proposal writing process.