Venture Lab NEXT

SELECTED: Venture Lab NEXT

An exclusive 10-week cohort for select student ventures, the Venture Lab NEXT Accelerator helps you achieve product-market fit through mentorship, collaboration and insights from guest speakers. Each startup venture receives $10,000 in nondilutive funding to support business growth.

Program Format

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  • Cohort meetings: Weekly sessions featuring discussions and guest speakers
  • Mentorship: Curated connects with entrepreneurship experts
  • Progress updates: Weekly updates from each team
  • Staff check-ins: Three 1:1 meetings with Venture Lab staff

Ready to grow your startup? Apply below to join the Venture Lab NEXT Accelerator.


Venture Lab NEXT Benefits

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  • Coworking space: Hot desk access at the 1819 Innovation Hub
  • Expert mentorship: Guidance from advisors, venture partners and entrepreneurs in residence
  • Market research support: Assistance from student research staff
  • Prototyping tools: Discounted access to 1819 Makerspace tools and equipment

Application

Apply for the Summer 2027 Venture Lab NEXT Accelerator Program: