EPIC Incubator is a 12-week idea-stage startup incubation program, that aims to help very early stage teams with idea validation and business model creation. During the program, resident teams will learn the Lean Startup Framework and receive guidance and mentorship from seasoned entrepreneurs as well as expert advice from professionals in various business domains.

Anyone from any background is welcome to apply. You don’t need a business degree, loads of experience, or fancy software skills to be a great entrepreneur. All you need is an idea, coachability, persistence, drive and a willingness to get out of your comfort zone and ask the right questions.

We give no preference to industry and take no equity. Our incubator is about supporting and educating driven people wanting to change the world through entrepreneurship.

Eligibility criteria

✔ Your team must have at least one current AUA student, alumni or staff member. Current teams have students from other universities, non-university members and even high school students. All are welcome.

Teams are expected to:

✔ Devote significant amount of time to their startup during EPIC incubation residence.
✔ Spend time at EPIC's co-working space at AUA.
✔ Utilize available mentoring services.
✔ Attend regularly organized workshops and events.
✔ Commit to nurturing a safe and collaborative environment during their residency.
✔ Have fun.