Startup Accelerators Directory

Find the best accelerator programs for your startup. Compare funding, locations, and success rates.

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Top Programs
$750K+
Avg Funding
7,500+
Alumni Companies

Y Combinator

The world's most successful startup accelerator, having funded over 4,000 companies.

$500K for 7%
Investment Terms
Location
San Francisco, CA
Batch Size
200-300 companies
Notable Alumni
Airbnb, Stripe
AirbnbStripeDropboxReddit
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Techstars

Global network of startup accelerators with programs in 50+ cities worldwide.

$100K + $20K
Investment Terms
Location
Multiple Cities
Batch Size
10-12 companies
Notable Alumni
SendGrid, ClassPass
SendGridClassPassPillPackDigitalOcean
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500 Startups

Global venture capital seed fund and startup accelerator focused on early-stage companies.

$150K for 6%
Investment Terms
Location
San Francisco & Global
Batch Size
30-50 companies
Notable Alumni
Canva, GitLab
CanvaGitLabTwilioCredit Karma
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How to Choose the Right Accelerator

🎯 Stage & Fit

  • • Match your company stage with program focus
  • • Consider industry specialization
  • • Evaluate geographic preferences
  • • Review portfolio company alignment

💰 Terms & Value

  • • Compare funding amounts and equity taken
  • • Evaluate mentor network quality
  • • Consider follow-on funding opportunities
  • • Review alumni success stories

📅 Timing & Process

  • • Check application deadlines
  • • Understand program duration
  • • Review selection criteria
  • • Plan for demo day preparation