Berkeley SkyDeck
Berkeley SkyDeck is UC Berkeley’s official accelerator, supporting startups founded by students, alumni, and faculty. It offers funding, mentorship, and access to Berkeley’s research ecosystem. The program includes the SkyDeck Accelerator and cohort-based support for commercialization. It targets high-impact, tech-driven ventures.
Active Since
2012
Type
Accelerator
Sectors
Sector Agnostic
Frequency
Twice a year
Duration
6 months
Stages
Early, Seed
Strong academic ties ideal for research-driven startups.
Eligibility
- UC Berkeley students, alumni, or faculty
- Scientific or technical innovations
- Prototype or MVP preferred
- Application and pitch required
Benefits
- $200,000 in funding
- Mentorship from industry experts
- Access to Berkeley’s network
- Co-working space in Berkeley
- Demo day for pitching
