The four-month Fellowship Program supports EdTech enthusiasts in developing innovations in the field of educational technology in Austria, as well as in their initial testing and validation. It serves as an add-on to existing (pre-)incubation programs, helping you prepare your products in the best possible way for entering the education market.

• Four-month fellowship program – next start in February 2026
• For EdTech enthusiasts or early-stage startups with an initial business idea
• Program combining an in-person kick-off event, online modules, peer-learning formats, and a final event at the EdTech Austria Summit
• Individual support from a coach, the program manager, and experienced mentors
• Participation is free of charge, and EdTech Austria does not take any equity
• The program is implemented by EdTech Austria and funded by the Federal Ministry for Economy, Energy and Tourism (BMWET)

The fellowship is built on four pillars:

EdTech Know-how: In the online modules, our experts provide you with essential knowledge about the education market, the EdTech ecosystem, innovation and trends in the EdTech sector, pedagogical models, product–market fit, and more.

Mentoring & Coaching: Mentoring connects you with experienced EdTech professionals and leaders who support you with their expertise, networks, critical perspectives, and motivation. Your shared goal: to bring your EdTech ideas to life. Our EdTech coaches work with you individually over the course of four months as you apply the workshop content, take strategic and operational steps in your business development, and grow personally.

Peer Learning: Learning with and from each other is at the core of the EdTech Fellowship. In regular exchange formats, you can support one another, discuss current challenges, receive feedback, and build valuable connections.

Testing & Validation: Test your educational innovation and receive valuable feedback from users. Potential cooperation partners include companies, educational institutions, teachers, students, and research organizations.

By participating in the EdTech Austria Fellowship Program, you gain comprehensive knowledge and skills tailored to the specific characteristics of the EdTech sector. You can carry out initial validations of your technology and become part of a long-lasting network and collaborative community.

Our fellowship program is aimed at EdTech enthusiasts with an entrepreneurial mindset and an early-stage business idea. It is open to aspiring startups and individuals from the education sector — whether in schools, continuing education, vocational training, or lifelong learning.

How to apply:

1. Complete the online application form – link will be available when applications open on 20 December 2025
2. Submit an application video: introduce yourself or your team in a one-minute video!