by AngelPad
Highly selective accelerator (15 teams per batch) consistently ranked #1 US accelerator by MIT's Seed Accelerator Benchmark.
Visit ProgramSeed investment + intensive 10-week accelerator
$120K
7% equity
10 weeks
2 cohorts/year
Biannual
United States
United States
2/14/2026
AngelPad is one of the most selective accelerators in the US, accepting only 15 teams per batch across its NYC and SF programs. Each company receives $120K in investment for 7% equity, with intensive mentorship and seed funding over a 10-week program.
AngelPad has been ranked #1 US Accelerator by MIT's Seed Accelerator Benchmark every year since 2015. The portfolio includes 3 unicorns and 41 exits, with companies going on to raise from top-tier VCs.
Extreme selectivity ensures high-quality cohort. Consistently top-ranked accelerator.
Early-stage founders who value small cohort intimacy and proven seed-stage support over large-network programs.
Consistently top-ranked by MIT benchmark, extreme selectivity, and strong exit track record.
Source: AngelPad
Last verified: February 14, 2026
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