Accelerator
K-State Accelerator
Are you considering starting a business? Do you have a business that you are ready to scale? The Center for Entrepreneurship Accelerator program is here to help!
The Accelerator provides entrepreneurs access to world-class K-State faculty, students, and alumni support to help launch or grow their business.
Participating ventures receive:
- Custom startup lessons designed and delivered by top K-State faculty
- One-on-one mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs in the K-State network
- Hands-on market and competitor research conducted by K-State business school students
Application Timeline
January 24 - Application period opens
February 26 - Application period closes
March 8 - Participating businesses are announced
Program Timeline
April 1 - May 10
- Complete startup workshops
- Work with Wildcat Consulting team to set and complete consulting project
- Meet with first mentor
- Set summer goals
May 11 - July 25
- Participate in biweekly check-ins with program staff and businesses
- Continue mentor meetings
- Work toward completing summer goals
July 26
- Final pitch presentation
A total of $4,500 will be paid out based on completed tasks.
Questions?
Check out our FAQ or email entrepreneur@ksu.edu.