tech
February 5, 2026
Two Stanford students launch $2M startup accelerator for students nationwide
"Breakthrough’s purpose is to fill in the funding and opportunity gap that exists in many of these ecosystems because students have historically lacked access to capital and the networks required to launch their entrepreneurial pursuits," co-founder Roman Scott said.
TL;DR
- Breakthrough Ventures, an accelerator program founded by Stanford students, has raised $2 million.
- The program focuses on funding businesses started by college students and recent graduates nationwide.
- It offers grant funding (up to $10,000), compute credits, legal support, mentorship, and potential follow-on investment.
- Breakthrough aims to incubate at least 100 companies over three years.
- The program is specifically designed 'for student founders by student founders' to address the lack of access to capital and networks.