Deadline: 3-Mar-23
Applications are now open for MassChallenge Early Stage Accelerator, a 3-month mentor-based program that provides intensive support, guidance, tools and connectivity to the MassChallenge community in order to drive startup business traction.
The program is industry agnostic with a focus on supporting approximately 200 startups per cohort that range in stage from those currently engaged in customer discovery work to validating a technology or service.
The upcoming program will run in a hybrid format with the first and final weeks in-person, and the rest of the program operates with a mix of in-person options and virtual curriculum.
Industry Tracks
The US Early Stage Program also features special, industry-specific programming referred to as “Tracks”. These tracks provide additional sessions and networking opportunities with leading experts from each respective track related industry.
- Safety & Security
- HealthTech
- Climate Solutions
- Social Impact
- Sustainable Food
Eligibility Guidelines
They welcome all applicants who can benefit from their Early Stage Program. Please note the following:
- The program experience is tailored for early-stage companies, from the ideation stage to early market engagement.
- This generally correlates to startups that have generated less than $1M in equity-based funding and $2M in annual revenue.
- Please note these are guidelines, not firm requirements. While funding and revenue are important factors, they realize that in some markets, startups are considered early stage with greater initial funding or higher annual revenue.
For more information, visit MassChallenge.