Accelerator

The StarTUp Accelerator is an annual eight-week, cohort-based fellowship where founders collaborate to accelerate their ventures.

The StarTUp Accelerator is an intensive, 8-week summer program designed for early-stage founders open to both Towson University affiliates and the broader community.

Founders work full-time out of the award-winning StarTUp at the Armory, collaborating with mentors, past participants and each other to fast-track their ventures.

What you’ll get:

  • a $10,000 equity-free stipend
  • expert mentorship and founder-focused workshops
  • a built-in support network, including Mentor Fellows (alumni founders who return to support the cohort)
  • a chance to refine, grow and launch your venture in a dynamic, collaborative space

2025 StarTUp Accelerator Showcase

Thursday, September 18, 5–8 p.m., StarTUp at the Armory

Join the fellows of the StarTUp Accelerator at this high-energy pitch event. Learn about their ventures, products and ideas and network with campus, community and business leaders.

REGISTER TODAY