Application closes on Tuesday, April 23, 2021.
The educational sector has developed over the years. Education startups have come up with lots of innovations like online encyclopedia tools, virtual classrooms, and content management systems so technology can be used to revolutionize the education system. If you are one of such startups, then you should consider to apply for the Edtech Accelerator Program 2021. The accelerator program pick creative projects with a huge positive impact and scalability annually.
About WISE Edtech Accelerator
The program was launched by the Qatar Foundation in 2009 and it has been assisting entrepreneurs globally in scaling and developing groundbreaking edtech solutions for the past six years.
They have integrated a customized platform with their edtech investors, stakeholders and group leaders to enable access to quality coaching, mentoring, and international network focused on revolutionizing the way we learn, work and teach.
Program Benefits
Global Network
- Access a community of over 50 edtech founders from 18 countries;
- Interaction with industry leaders from the private sector, non-profit organizations, and government;
- Networking opportunities with potential donors, investors, and partners.
Coaching and Mentoring
A hand-picked team of experts providing founders with support on:
- Marketing, sales & fundraising;
- Product strategy, development, and road mapping;
- Market insights and positioning.
International Visibility
Outstanding ventures will have the opportunity to attend WISE international events and promotion on their 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 4000 attendees from 100 countries
Eligibility
You can apply if you
- Are an edtech venture established for at least one year;
- Have evidence of existing beneficiaries or users;
- Have built a product beyond the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage;
- Can provide evidence of existing revenue;
- Have a dedicated team.
Selection Process
Every year, a committee consisting of top entrepreneurship and education experts will support the WISE Edtech Accelerator team in the process of selection. Applicants will be assessed based on the following criteria:
- How well does the venture address the problems it aims to solve.
- How innovative the solution is compared to existing ventures worldwide.
- How much potential it has on educational impact.
- The potential for growth and scalability.
Process of application
Interested applicants should provide the following:
- Submission of the official online application form, in English
- A short 3-minute video pitch via YouTube link. The pitch must explain what the edtech solution is, the problem being addressed, beneficiaries of the solution, traction gained so far, and why they are applying for the WISE Edtech Accelerator
- A product demo via YouTube link or log-in information for the WISE team to assess the product.
Apply here if you are willing to participate in the Edtech Accelerator Program 2021.
