Apply Now: WISE EdTech Accelerator 2026–2027 for Education Technology Startups
The World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) is inviting applications for its 2026–2027 EdTech Accelerator, a programme designed to support education technology startups developing innovative solutions to challenges in the education sector.
The accelerator offers an opportunity for entrepreneurs and innovators to strengthen their business models, improve their products and services, and expand the impact of technology-driven solutions on teaching and learning.
Through the programme, participating startups can work towards building sustainable education technology ventures that respond to the changing needs of learners, educators and educational institutions.
About the WISE EdTech Accelerator
WISE, an initiative of Qatar Foundation, works to advance innovation in education by supporting promising ideas, fostering collaboration and promoting solutions to global education challenges.
Its EdTech Accelerator focuses on helping education technology ventures develop their capacity, refine their strategies and increase their potential to deliver meaningful educational outcomes.
The programme is particularly relevant to startups using technology to improve access to education, enhance learning experiences, address gaps in educational delivery or develop new approaches to teaching and skills development.
Benefits of the Programme
Selected startups may benefit from structured support designed to strengthen their operations and growth prospects. Depending on the official programme terms, this may include mentorship, expert guidance, networking opportunities, business development support and greater visibility within the education innovation ecosystem.
Participation can also help founders refine their value propositions, better understand their target markets and explore opportunities to scale their solutions.
Who Can Apply?
The programme is intended for education technology startups working on solutions that address challenges in education. Interested applicants should consult the official call for applications to confirm the eligibility requirements, including the startup’s stage of development, geographical scope, team requirements and the types of solutions accepted.
Applicants should be prepared to explain the educational problem their venture addresses, how its solution works, its potential impact and its plans for sustainable growth.
How to Apply
Interested startups should visit the official WISE website to locate the EdTech Accelerator 2026–2027 application announcement and review the complete guidelines.
Applicants should follow the prescribed application process, provide the requested information about their ventures and submit all required materials before the stated deadline.
Application portal: https://www.wise-qatar.org/
Application deadline: Check the official programme announcement for the confirmed closing date.
Important notice: Applicants should verify the current application status, eligibility conditions, programme benefits and deadline directly with WISE before submitting an application.
