Breakthrough to Scale 2026

Breakthrough to Scale is a scale-focused program designed to help education startups build scalable strategies. The program centers on four foundations: product-market fit, a resourceful team, demonstrated impact, and well-defined revenue and funding sources. It blends an initial capital injection, masterclasses, milestone-based follow-on funding, 1:1 Venture Partner support, and mentor access.

Key Benefits

• 10 weeks programming + 1 week on-site in Boston
• $50K initial investment + milestone-based follow-on funding
• Dedicated Venture Partner and 1:1 mentorship
• Demo Day + investor network / future funders
• Post-program introductions to customers, partners, and future funders

Eligibility

• EdTech/education companies targeting K-12, Higher Ed, workforce development, or lifelong learning
• Business models: B2C, B2G, or enterprise
• Must have product, revenue, and be in-market
• If seeking funding: typically $200k+ ARR
• At least one co-founder must commit ~6 hours/week
• Not participating in other accelerator programs during this program

Investment Terms

• $50,000 initial investment upon acceptance
• Follow-on funding based on milestones evaluated ~6 months post-program

Program Structure

• 10-week program + 1 week on-site in Boston
• Venture Partner coaching + expert-led masterclasses + mentor support
• Workstreams: PMF/GTM, team-building, impact measurement, funding pathways, AI enablement
• Ends with Demo Day and investor/funder connections

Dates & Duration

• Program duration: 10 weeks (+ 1 week on-site in Boston)
• Application start date: Applications open (exact start date not specified)