This virtual, cohort-based business accelerator is designed for early-stage collegiate founders and recent graduates. Participants will engage in a month-long virtual program featuring a tailored curriculum, peer networking, and entrepreneurial training. The program culminates in a pitch competition, with top founders earning the opportunity to attend the WBENC National Conference in Salt Lake City, UT. Eligible applicants must be current students or recent graduates (within the past 12 months), founders or owners of a business operating for at least six months, and committed to full participation in all program activities.
Eligibility requirements
Applicant must be enrolled full-time or part-time in a recognized College or University or has graduated within the past 12 months (graduate as of Dec 2024).
Applicant must be an owner, founder, or controlling shareholder of participating venture/company; one founder will be accepted per business venture/company.
Applicant’s business venture/company must have been in operation for at least six months but does not have to be revenue generating.
Applicant must be available and committed to attending all Collegiate Accelerator program dates including virtual and in-person dates if chosen.
How to apply
Application form
Proof of enrollment or recent graduation
Proof of business ownership or founding status
What you get
Participation in a virtual accelerator program with tailored curriculum and peer connections.
Opportunity to compete in a virtual pitch competition.
Chance to attend the WBENC National Conference in Salt Lake City, UT if selected.
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