International Accelerator
Overview
International Accelerator is a startup accelerator based in Austin, Texas, that is exclusively designed for foreign-born entrepreneurs looking to launch their startups in the U.S. market. The firm offers a comprehensive 6 to 12-month program that includes seed funding, free housing and office space, immigration and legal assistance, and access to a network of mentors and investors. The program is highly selective, accepting up to 12 early-stage companies per year, and operates with a "Cofounder, not Cohort" approach. In return for its services and a seed investment, IA typically takes an equity stake in the portfolio companies.
Portfolio Companies
8
Website
internationalaccelerator.comInvestments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nasch | - | Accelerator | Lead |
| Restream | Feb 2016 | Accelerator | - |
| Print2Block | - | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| BeeReaders | Mar 2020 | Accelerator | Lead |
| WICE | Jul 2025 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
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Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is International Accelerator based?
International Accelerator is headquartered in Austin, Texas, United States.
When was International Accelerator founded?
Founding year information for International Accelerator is not publicly available.
How many portfolio companies does International Accelerator have?
International Accelerator has 8 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in International Accelerator's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Nasch, Restream, Print2Block, BeeReaders, WICE.
What was International Accelerator's most recent investment shown here?
International Accelerator's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in WICE in 2025.
What sectors does International Accelerator focus on?
International Accelerator focuses on Consumer & Commerce, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Software, Media, Entertainment & Gaming, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Crypto & Web3, Crypto & Web3, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Software, Consumer & Commerce, Enterprise Software, AI, Data & Cloud Infrastructure, Frontier & Industrial Tech, Enterprise Software.
What company stages does International Accelerator focus on?
International Accelerator typically invests at the Early stage.