StartR Accelerators
About the program · 1 linked sources
The Sullivan Center says StartR is a multi-session accelerator for students, alumni, and researchers, with mentorship and training from concept toward impact. Tracks named on the center pages include StartR Stage 1, StartR Stage 2, and StartBlue for ocean-focused startups. The accelerate page says StartR has supported over 300 companies that have raised over $200 million in twelve years.
Also known as: StartR, Sullivan Center StartR
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
Varies by investment
Application
Annual
Campus Wide
Last activity
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Application and Timing
The pages say teams may apply. A single next deadline was not captured.
Participants
The accelerate page includes UC San Diego undergraduate students, graduate students, PhD students, postdocs, alumni, and faculty. At least one active team member must be a UC San Diego student, faculty member, or alumnus. A team of at least two is encouraged. Technology or science-based ventures are preferred.
Funding and Equity
The pages describe training, mentorship, and ecosystem support. They do not state a StartR stipend. A separate launch page describes the Rady Venture Fund as making equity investments in UC San Diego startups through graduate venture-capital courses, which is distinct from StartR participation.
Recent Activity
StartR is presented as a current Sullivan Center program, with the twelve-year outcome totals above.
Known Startups or Winners
Individual companies are not named on the overview pages. The aggregate is over 300 companies and over $200 million raised.
Research gaps & things to verify
Verification Gaps
Current cohort dates, equity for StartR itself, and the Venture Fund check size.
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News & articles
News articles and official sources documenting StartR Accelerators at University of California, San Diego.
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