Applying for accelerator programs can easily drain one’s time and energy. But the resources, connections and mentorships they offer can make all the difference between a company that stalls—and one that succeeds.
The application process may seem daunting; still, over 100 startups have graduated from edtech accelerators. We asked several entrepreneurs who have been through the fire—along with a couple investors who run the programs—for their advice on building a strong application. The following is a summary of tips from Tim Brady (co-founder of Imagine K12), Bart Epstein (CEO at Jefferson Education Accelerator), Aaron Feuer (co-founder and CEO of Panorama Education), Grant Hosford (co-founder and CEO of codeSpark), Nitesh Goel (co-founder of Padlet) and Kate Whiting (co-founder and CEO of Educents).
