Bronco Ventures Accelerator
About the program · 1 linked sources
The Bronco Ventures Accelerator is a four-month, full-time cohort from July through October. Teams take classes and workshops, meet mentors, and pitch at an October Demo Day. The accelerator page says the most promising entering companies are offered early investment by the Bronco Venture Fund.
Also known as: BVA, Bronco Venture Accelerator
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.
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Funding range
Not listed
Equity
None
Application
Annual
Campus Wide
Last activity
2026-06-12
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Application and Timing
BVA8 early applications were due May 29, 2026, and regular applications were due June 12, 2026. The program runs July through October. The official BVA8 Demo Day page lists Friday, October 9, 2026, at 4 p.m. in Locatelli Hall.
Participants
The accelerator FAQ, reflected in the program description used by the university, says students, staff, alumni, researchers, visiting scholars, and faculty may apply. A June 5, 2026 Leavey news item specifically invites undergraduate founders.
Funding and Equity
Founders are eligible for a non-dilutive cash stipend. The June 5, 2026 note says the program takes 0% equity and offers non-dilutive funding or resources per team. The accelerator page says founders do not give up equity or convertible debt to participate, and that there is no fee or tuition. The stipend amount is not stated. Fund investment is described separately and its terms are not stated on these pages.
Recent Activity
The June 5, 2026 undergraduate note set a June 12 deadline. Checked October 8, 2026, against the official BVA8 Demo Day page. It prints "Oct. 9" and "4 p.m." (2026-10-09T16:00:00-07:00) at Locatelli Hall. The description says: "4:00pm - SCU's "Shark Tank". Broncos pitch their startups to investors." and "6:30pm - Network reception with food & beverages." The page does not publish a 7:00 p.m. end and does not say the event will be streamed.
Known Startups or Winners
The June 5, 2026 note says more than 30% of startups receive professional funding after Demo Day and that one undergraduate team from the prior year raised $2 million. It does not name the team. Historical cohort counts from 2019 through 2024 are on the accelerator page.
Research gaps & things to verify
Verification Gaps
Stipend amount is unpublished. Bronco Venture Fund check size is not on the 2026 pages.
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News & articles
News articles and official sources documenting Bronco Ventures Accelerator at Santa Clara University.
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