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Applications open July 2026 (exact date not stated). Funder listed as MSU Foundation / Michigan Virtual, not Red Cedar Ventures.
Conquer EdTech Accelerator is a grant from Michigan Virtual, powered by Red Cedar Ventures, that funds early-stage education technology companies focused on K-12, secondary, and workforce education solutions.
The cohort-based accelerator provides up to $20,000 in milestone-based funding, supplemented by a $10,000 pitch contest grant, along with hands-on coaching, curriculum on market trends and go-to-market strategy, and access to investors and advisors. Applicants must be at the MVP or beta stage with early traction. The program is based in East Lansing, Michigan, and is open to EdTech startups from across the United States.
Applications open in July 2026.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Early-stage education technology companies at MVP or beta stage with early traction, focused on K-12, secondary, and workforce education solutions. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $20,000 in milestone-based funding (for Accelerator participants). Pitch Contest offers $10,000 in startup grant funding. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Conquer EdTech Accelerator is funded by Michigan Virtual (powered by Red Cedar Ventures). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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