UConn Summer Accelerator 2027

About

The UConn Summer Accelerator 2027 offers an immersive eight-week program for UConn-affiliated startups, providing funding, mentorship, and essential business services to help launch and grow their ventures.

Benefits

• 💰Non-Dilutive Funding
  Each startup receives $15,000 in non-dilutive funding for business development
• 👩‍🏫 Mentorship
  One-on-one mentoring from industry experts throughout the program
• 🏢Pro Bono Services
  Access to legal, accounting, branding, and product development services

Eligibility Criteria

• At least one founding member must be affiliated with UConn
• Founding member must participate in all scheduled program dates
• Startup must be incorporated by June 2027

Participation Commitments

• Attend all scheduled program dates three days a week for eight weeks
• Participate in additional networking events and activities as scheduled
• Complete pre-program assignments before the orientation

Target Sector

Technology entrepreneurship and business innovation

Target Location

Open to UConn-affiliated individuals in Connecticut