Accelerator

USC and Techstars University Catalyst

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A 10-week, part-time hybrid pre-accelerator for early-stage USC-affiliated founders based in Greater Los Angeles, providing mentorship, masterclasses, and pitch coaching without taking equity.

Key facts

Organiser
Techstars & USC Office of Research and Innovation
Deadline
July 8, 2026
Opens
April 29, 2026
Amount
No cash
Equity
None
Entry fee
Free to apply
Open to
United States
Stages
Pre-seed, Seed
Sectors
Any sector
Format
Hybrid
Location
Los Angeles, United States
Application languages
English

Verified on September 28, 2026 against the official page.

Facts are summarised from the official page and can change without notice. Always confirm the rules and deadline there before you apply.