2025 Google Startup Academy For Entrepreneurs

A three-month hybrid accelerator program for seed-to-Series A technology startups. The accelerator program is designed to bring the best of Google's programs, products, people, and technology to communities across Africa.

Eligibility Criteria for 2025 Google Startup Academy For Entrepreneurs

1. Startups demonstrating traction, ideally between Seed and Series A stage
2. Building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and defensible growth model
3. Deeply technical, preferably leveraging technologies like machine learning and AI
4. Commitment from CTO and/or technical roles to participate and engage in required program sessions
5. We are committed to building accelerator classes with great startups, and encourage applications from all qualified startups

Timeline:

1. April 10, 2025: Applications Open
2. May 9, 2025: Applications Close
3. June, 2025: Program Kick-off
4. August, 2025: Graduation
5. August, 2025: Demo Day

Benefits of 2025 Google Startup Academy For Entrepreneurs

1. Equity-free support: Equity-free support for the duration of the program.
2. Mentoring: Dedicated mentoring from Google teams.
3. Training: Exclusive invitations to technical boot camps hosted by Google, where qualified.
4. Access to experts: Access to Google's network of industry experts.
5. Google product credits: Eligible startups receive product credits.
6. Early access: Access to new Google products and tools as relevant.
7. Strategic support: Support on company and product strategy.
8. Technical project partnership: Work hand in hand with experts from Google on your biggest tech challenges.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Google on docs.google.com to apply

For more details, visit Google For Startup webpage

Application Deadline

May 9, 2025

Application Link(s)

• Apply for 2025 Google Startup Academy For Entrepreneurs