Application Deadline: April 14, 2023
For over six years, we have supported edtech founders from around the world scale innovative solutions to key challenges within the world of education. Each year, we 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.
What can you expect from our program?
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 specialising 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
What is the selection process?
Requirements
- Established for at least one year
- Evidence of existing beneficiaries or users
- Product beyond Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage
- Evidence of existing revenue
- A dedicated team
Applications
All applicants must provide the following:
- Submission of the official online application form, in English
- A complete pitch deck AND a short 1 min 30 seconds video.
The pitch 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
Selection Process
Each year, a committee composed of leading experts in education and entrepreneurship will support the WISE Edtech Accelerator team in the selection process. Applications will be assessed according to the following criteria:
- How well the venture addresses the problem that it aims to solve
- How innovative is the solution is in light of existing ventures worldwide
- The potential educational impact
- The potential for growth and scalability
Requirements
Established for at least one year
Evidence of existing beneficiaries or users
Product beyond Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage
Evidence of existing revenue
A dedicated team
Benefits
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 specialising 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
