The Jones and Foster Accelerator at the University of Washington supports student-founded startups through their first six months of growth. Designed for companies emerging from student work, the program helps early-stage teams gain traction without taking any equity—thanks to support from donors and sponsors.
Selected startups receive focused mentorship, help defining measurable milestones, and access to relevant workshops tailored to their stage of development. Each team is also provided with up to $1,000 to cover early operational costs, along with the opportunity to earn up to $25,000 in follow-on funding if they meet their milestones.
The accelerator runs from July through January, and eligible teams must have current students or recent graduates in key leadership roles. The program gives young founders the structure, guidance, and early capital they need to turn student projects into real companies.
Seattler, Washington, United States