Edtech Accelerator

Accelerate Your Edtech Innovation Globally
2025-26 Applications are closed

About the WISE Edtech Accelerator

About the WISE Edtech Accelerator

For over six years, we have supported edtech founders from around the world scale innovative solutions to key challenges within the world of education. Each year, we deliver a bespoke program aimed at supporting startup growth through one-to-one coaching, masterclasses with industry experts, as well as access to a global network of investors and education specialists.

The WISE Edtech Accelerator is a key part of our edtech program that aims to support innovation and build an edtech community focused on revolutionizing the way we teach and learn.

what do we offer

Local track (Qatar-Focused)

in collaboration with local partners, including Qatar Development Bank (QDB), Qatar Development Research Institute (QRDI), and others.

Unlock Your EdTech Startup’s Potential in Qatar’s Thriving Education Ecosystem

The Local Track of the WISE Edtech Accelerator is designed for early-stage, pre-Series A startups ready to scale and enter the Qatari market. This track provides unparalleled access to Qatar’s rapidly growing education sector, offering you the opportunity to:

Receive mentorship

from top industry experts and local innovators to tailor your product for the Qatari market.

Connect with key stakeholders

from top industry experts and local innovators to tailor your product for the Qatari market.

Participate in high-level networking events

and showcase your solution to a global audience of decision-makers and influencers

Gain fast-tracked access to local funding and

grant opportunities through our partners offering world-class innovation hubs, and opportunities to accelerate your growth.

International track

Scale Your EdTech Solution Globally with the Support of a World Class Accelerator

The International Track of the WISE Edtech Accelerator welcomes innovative, early-stage EdTech startups from across the globe, offering an exciting opportunity to scale without the need to focus on any specific market. Each startup will receive $50,000-worth of support, including:

Receive mentorship

from top industry experts and local innovators to tailor your product for the Qatari market.

Connect with key stakeholders

from top industry experts and local innovators to tailor your product for the Qatari market.

Participate in high-level networking events

and showcase your solution to a global audience of decision-makers and influencers

Gain fast-tracked access to local funding and

grant opportunities through our partners offering world-class innovation hubs, and opportunities to accelerate your growth.

Leverage our global network

of mentors, investors, and educational leaders to drive your product’s international growth.

Gain expert mentorship

in product development, business strategy, and market expansion tailored to your unique needs.

Participate in high-level networking events

and showcase your solution to a global audience of decision-makers and influencers.

Benefits

What can you expect from our program?

Global Network

  • Access to an extensive network of investors and education specialists
  • International visibility through partner events and the WISE Summit
  • Become part of a community of edtech founders from 22 countries

Coaching & Mentorship

A hand-picked team of experts:

  • Marketing, sales & fundraising
  • Product strategy, development and roadmapping
  • Market insights and positioning

International Visibility

Attend international events and promotion on WISE global platforms:

  • @WISE forums
  • WISE social media platforms
  • WISE Summit in Doha

The Cohort of 2025 - 2026

edtech ventures

Meet the eight selected edtech ventures who have recently joined the WISE Edtech Accelerator program:

يالدا أوكار

الدكتور تشيبيزا أغلي

الدكتور مايكل فونغ

محمد العمادي

ندى العولقي

الأستاذة روز لوكين

توكومبو إيشماعيل

روضه النعيمي

Edtech @WISE

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The WISE Edtech Accelerator has supported 46 ventures from 20+ countries, collectively serving over 15 million beneficiaries in 130 countries.

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