Techstars Boulder Accelerator
Techstars
Three-month accelerator run from Boulder, Colorado, by Techstars. It takes equity and charges no fee to join.
Techstars Boulder Accelerator at a glance
| Part of | Techstars |
|---|---|
| Established | 2007 |
| Address | Boulder, Colorado, United States |
| Programmes | 1 standing programme |
Programmes they run
Standing programmes at Techstars Boulder Accelerator, separate from the funding calls above.
Techstars Boulder
AcceleratorThree-month accelerator from Boulder, Colorado. Techstars invests in accepted companies, takes equity and charges no fee to join.
Best for: Early-stage startups from any sector.
- Three months
- Free, takes equity
What you get, who can apply and how to applyHide details
Techstars Boulder is a three-month accelerator run from Boulder, Colorado. Techstars says it is the original Techstars accelerator, and that its first class began in Boulder in summer 2007.
What you get
- Three months of mentorship-driven support. Techstars says the programme connects founders with specialised expertise, a global community, and capital.
- An investment from Techstars in exchange for equity. Techstars says it invests in companies accepted into its accelerator programmes.
- No fee to join, according to Techstars' investment terms.
Who can apply
- The Boulder page says the programme is industry agnostic and welcomes founders from all sectors.
- Techstars' investment terms say it invests in US corporations or foreign equivalents. They say a company incorporated in India needs to complete a flip before Techstars can invest in it.
- The Boulder page does not say whether it accepts founders based in India. Ask Techstars before you apply.
How to apply: The Fall 2026 batch took applications from 2 March to 10 June 2026. The batch was scheduled to start on 8 September 2026 and to end with Demo Day on 7 December 2026. Applications for that batch are closed, and the page gives no dates for a later intake. A February 2024 report said Techstars would close its Boulder and Seattle accelerators. The Boulder page now shows a batch running in 2026, so confirm the current intake with Techstars before you plan around it.
How to apply to Techstars Boulder Accelerator
Before you apply
- Check eligibility first. Techstars' investment terms say a company incorporated in India needs to complete a flip before Techstars can invest. The Boulder page does not say whether India-based founders can apply.
- Confirm the current intake. A February 2024 report said the Boulder accelerator would close, and the Boulder page now shows a 2026 batch.
How applications work
- The Fall 2026 batch took applications from 2 March to 10 June 2026. The page gives no dates for a later intake.
Equity
- Techstars takes equity in return for its investment. Read its investment terms before you accept an offer.
About Techstars Boulder Accelerator
Techstars Boulder is a three-month accelerator run from Boulder, Colorado, by Techstars. Techstars says it is the original Techstars accelerator, and that its first accelerator class began in Boulder in summer 2007.
How the programme works
Techstars says the programme gives early-stage startups three months of mentorship-driven support. It connects founders with specialised expertise, a global community, and capital. Techstars invests in companies accepted into its accelerator programmes and takes equity in return. Techstars says there is no fee to join.
Who can apply
The Boulder page says the programme is industry agnostic and welcomes founders from all sectors. The page does not say whether it accepts founders based in India. Techstars' investment terms say it invests in US corporations or foreign equivalents, and that a company incorporated in India needs to complete a flip before Techstars can invest in it. Check this with Techstars before you apply.
Recent batch dates
The Fall 2026 batch timeline gives applications opening on 2 March 2026, a final deadline of 10 June 2026, a scheduled accelerator start on 8 September 2026, and Demo Day on 7 December 2026. Applications for that batch are closed. The page gives no dates for a later intake.
Status
A February 2024 report said Techstars would move its headquarters from Boulder to New York and close its Boulder and Seattle accelerators. The Boulder page now shows a batch running in 2026. This page cannot settle that conflict, so confirm the current intake with Techstars before you plan around it.
Who runs it
Techstars runs the programme. Techstars says the programme helped start a global network of founders, mentors, and investors.
Frequently asked questions about Techstars Boulder Accelerator
What does Techstars Boulder Accelerator do?
Techstars Boulder is a three-month accelerator run from Boulder, Colorado, by Techstars. Techstars says it is the original Techstars accelerator, and that its first accelerator class began in Boulder in summer 2007. Techstars says the programme gives early-stage startups three months of mentorship-driven support.
Where is Techstars Boulder Accelerator located?
Techstars Boulder Accelerator is based in Boulder, Colorado, United States.
What programs does Techstars Boulder Accelerator run?
Techstars Boulder Accelerator runs Techstars Boulder.
How do I apply to Techstars Boulder Accelerator?
- Check eligibility first. Techstars' investment terms say a company incorporated in India needs to complete a flip before Techstars can invest. The Boulder page does not say whether India-based founders can apply. - Confirm the current intake. A February 2024 report said the Boulder accelerator would close, and the Boulder page now shows a 2026 batch.
When was Techstars Boulder Accelerator founded?
Techstars Boulder Accelerator was founded in 2007. It operates as an accelerator.
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