WISE Edtech Accelerator Programme 2025/2026 for Early-stage EdTech Startups

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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 WISE edtech program that aims to support innovation and build an edtech community focused on revolutionizing the way we teach and learn.

WISE Edtech Accelerator Programme 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.

Whether you’re aiming to disrupt the global EdTech landscape or expand into new markets, the International Track will provide you with the tools and connections to scale faster and smarter.

WISE Edtech Accelerator Programme Scope

Global Network
- Access to an extensive network of investors and education specialists
- International visibility through partner events and the WISE Summit
- Become part of a community of edtech founders from 22 countries
Coaching & Mentorship
- A hand-picked team of experts specializing in:
- Marketing, sales & fundraising
- Product strategy, development and roadmapping
- Market insights and positioning
International Visibility
- Selected ventures will have the opportunity to attend our international events and promotion on our global platforms including:
- WISE@ forums, previous editions were held in Paris, New York and Beijing
- WISE social media platforms
- WISE Summit in Doha, convening over 4,000 attendees from 100 countries

Eligibility Criteria for WISE Edtech Accelerator Programme

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./p>
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 sub[1]sectors, 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.

How To Apply

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

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Application Deadline: Not Specified