Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 WISE Edtech Accelerator Programme. For over six years, WISE have supported edtech founders from around the world scale innovative solutions to key challenges within the world of education. Each year, WISE deliver a bespoke program aimed at supporting startup growth through one-to-one coaching, masterclasses with industry experts, as well as access to a global network of investors and education specialists.
The WISE Edtech Accelerator is a key part of our edtech program that aims to support innovation and build an edtech community focused on revolutionizing the way we teach and learn.
Requirements
Stage
Startups beyond the MVP stage, with evidence of traction and sales. Typically, ventures are pre-Series A or pre-Seed, having raised less than $500,000
Geography
The Accelerator is agnostic to geography, with past cohorts including ventures from both developed and developing countries.
Impact
Startups must show proven traction and measurable impact within their operating markets. Impact is a key consideration in the selection process.
Business Model
The Accelerator targets for-profit ventures (NGOs and nonprofits are not eligible).
Sub-sectors
Ventures from a variety of educational subsectors, including K12, higher education, and professional development, are eligible.
Team
Preference for ventures with co-founders, as this promotes broader engagement across different areas of support.
Benefits
Scale Your EdTech Solution Globally with the Support of a World-Class Accelerator
The International Track of the WISE Edtech Accelerator welcomes innovative, early-stage EdTech startups from across the globe, offering an exciting opportunity to scale without the need to focus on any specific market. Each startup will receive $50,000-worth of support, including:
Leverage our global network
of mentors, investors, and educational leaders to drive your product’s international growth.
Gain expert mentorship
in product development, business strategy, and market expansion tailored to your unique needs.
Participate in high-level networking events
and showcase your solution to a global audience of decision-makers and influencers.
Application Procedure
All applicants must provide the following:
Submission of the official online application form, in English
A complete pitch deck, which must explain:
- what the edtech solution is;
- problem being tackled;
- who their beneficiaries are;
- why they are applying for the WISE Edtech Accelerator.
- A product demo log-in for the WISE team
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the WISE Edtech Accelerator Programme
