Bronco Ventures Accelerator - Apply Now!
Last Chance to Apply for Bronco Ventures 2026 Startup Accelerator Cohort
Calling all SCU undergraduate founders! BVA is a four-month accelerator designed for founders ready to turn ideas and traction into capital. Our program combines deep mentorship, investor access, and hands-on execution to help you raise your next round.
Deadline: June 12
Our alumni have gone on to top-tier accelerators like Y Combinator and Alchemist. Last year, one of our own undergraduate teams raised $2M!
What you get:
Investor Access & Outcomes
• 30%+ of startups receive professional funding after Demo Day
• Direct introductions to VCs and angel investors
• Demo Day exposure to 700+ attendees
• Backing and visibility from the , the , and SCU’s Board of Regents
Mentorship & Network
• 2,000+ mentors and investors in our network
• Weekly 1:1 mentor sessions during and after the program
• Tight-knit, founder-first cohort + lifelong community
• Access to SCU alumni founders and industry leaders
Program & Execution
• Investor-ready pitch deck development
• Mock pitches with real investors
• Fundraising strategy, term sheets, and cap table guidance
• Hands-on workshops: GTM, growth, pricing, product-market fit
• Legal, IP, financial modeling, and customer discovery support
• Non-dilutive funding/resources per team
• 0% equity taken
If you are building something serious, we encourage you to apply.
Questions? Reach out to Cristina Cismas Florea at ccismasflorea@scu.edu.