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Overview

Who we areUC Berkeley's official startup accelerator. We help Cal entrepreneurs and transformational startups from outside of the US. Bring us your moonshot!
Value addBerkeley SkyDeck leverages our network of 500,000 Berkeley alumni to help startups succeed.

Located on top of the tallest building in downtown Berkeley, we combine the consulting know-how of traditional accelerators with the vast resources of our research university. This robust partnership is coupled with SkyDeck’s unique mentorship program to create a powerful environment for your startup.

Our mentors and our large network of investors connects you to the expertise and the capital you need to launch and grow your startup...to the moon.
Firm typeIncubator, Accelerator
Global HQ

2150 Shattuck Ave Penthouse Berkeley CA 94704

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Application periodicityIn batches
Next deadline to apply2023-02-24

Thesis

Funding requirementsWe invest in and accelerate transformational startups from outside of the US. We love deeptech, biotech, quantum computing, spacetech, AI, battery technology and everything that involves heavy research and academic efforts. Startups must have raised less than $1M to apply.
Funding stages5. Growth4. Scaling3. Early Revenue2. Prototype1. Idea or Patent
Check size$200k to $200k
Target countries Germany UK Japan Australia France Italy Netherlands
Typical termsWe invest $200,000 on a SAFE for 7.5% of your company

Team

Sibyl ChenOther

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Websitehttps://skydeck.berkeley.edu
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