Techstars

Global network of startup accelerators with programs in 50+ cities, known for its strong mentor network and corporate partnerships.

3500+
Portfolio Companies
$300B+
Total Valuation
10-12
Batch Size
3 months
Program Length

Program Details

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Investment Terms

6% common stock

Standard terms for all accepted startups

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Program Duration

3 months

Intensive mentorship and development

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Location

50+ cities worldwide

Primary program locations

Investment Focus Areas

Enterprise
Consumer
Hardware
Fintech
Healthcare
Climate

Notable Success Stories

SendGrid

$3B

Email delivery platform (acquired)

ClassPass

$1B

Fitness membership platform

PillPack

$1B

Online pharmacy (acquired by Amazon)

DigitalOcean

$5B

Cloud infrastructure platform

How to Apply to Techstars

📝 Application Requirements

  • • Complete online application form
  • • Team and founder information
  • • Product demo or prototype
  • • Market analysis and business plan
  • • Financial projections and metrics

⏱️ Selection Process

  • • Initial application review (2-3 weeks)
  • • Video interview round
  • • Partner interview sessions
  • • Final selection and offer
  • • Program begins following month

📅 Key Dates

  • • Application deadline: Rolling admissions
  • • Application deadline: Program-specific
  • • Interview rounds: Following 4 weeks
  • • Selection notification: 8 weeks post-deadline
  • • Program kickoff: Next available batch

What Techstars Provides

💰 Funding & Resources:

  • •Initial seed funding as specified in program terms
  • •Access to follow-on funding opportunities
  • •Office space and co-working facilities
  • •Legal, accounting, and business services
  • •Technology credits and software discounts

🚀 Mentorship & Network:

  • •World-class mentor network and advisors
  • •Access to successful alumni network
  • •Weekly educational workshops and talks
  • •Demo day presentation to investors
  • •Ongoing support after graduation

Apply to Techstars

Join 3500+ successful startups that have graduated from Techstars. Get the funding, mentorship, and network you need to build a world-changing company.