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Inside a Techstars Accelerator


Techstars accelerators have one goal: to help entrepreneurs succeed. During each three-month program, we surround companies with the best mentors and an unrivaled network of corporate partners, investors, and alumni. We provide funding and fundraising opportunities, workshops and curated resources, not to mention countless moments where you can learn from your peers. It’s a proven model that’s helped build thousands of successful companies, all over the world. 

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$63.3B

all-time graduate market cap


$1.0M

avg. first raise post program


16

graduate unicorns

4,600+

program mentors

Key Information

All our best tips, tricks, insights, and explanations around what a Techstars accelerator is and how to apply:

What To Expect From the Three Months Of the Accelerator

The Application & Interview Process

How To Choose the Right Accelerator For You

What Are We Looking For?

Before You Apply, Engage


How We Help Entrepreneurs Succeed


Want to know what it's really like inside a Techstars accelerator? In this video, Techstars Cofounder David Cohen breaks down the three-month program, and founders weigh in on what made the experience so transformative for their companies.


“Every single one of our investors I met through Techstars. Without Techstars, we would not have raised anything, would not have hired the 14 employees that we have today. Basically, without Techstars, Finli would still just be me."

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Lori Shao, Founder and CEO of Finli

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