Bronco Accelerator Prep School
About the program · 1 linked sources
Accelerator Prep School is the earlier-stage Bronco Ventures program. The page says founders work on roadmapping, problem solving, and pitch development so they can apply to the Bronco Ventures Accelerator or to outside accelerators. It names Y Combinator, Alchemist, and 500 Startups as examples.
Also known as: Accelerator Prep School, Bronco Prep School
How we know this: the figures on this page come from the linked sources (last verified 2026-10-08); what those sources do not state is left unknown.
Key numbers
Funding range
Not listed
Equity
None
Application
Annual
Campus Wide
Last activity
2026-10-08
Medium confidence
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Application and Timing
The same page says the next cohort starts March 2027 and also says applications for a cohort starting March 12, 2026, were due February 27, 2026. Observed October 8, 2026, the March 2026 date is past and the March 2027 line is also on the page.
Participants
Students, staff, alumni, researchers, visiting scholars, and faculty. A team of at least two is required.
Funding and Equity
The page says Santa Clara and the Ciocca Center take no portion of the company. There is no application fee or tuition. A stipend is not stated.
Recent Activity
The page was live on October 8, 2026, with conflicting cohort dates, so the current cycle is unclear.
Known Startups or Winners
The page does not name Prep School companies.
Research gaps & things to verify
Verification Gaps
The March 2026 and March 2027 dates conflict. No funding amount is stated.
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News & articles
News articles and official sources documenting Bronco Accelerator Prep School at Santa Clara University.
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