Draper Startup House Accelerator
A global pop-up accelerator providing housing, mentorship, and funding for early-stage startups.
Overview
Draper Startup House Accelerator is a global pop-up accelerator providing early-stage startups with housing, mentorship, and up to $100,000 in seed funding. Founded in 2021 with headquarters in Austin, Texas, DSH operates a unique model requiring cohort participants to live together for the entire three-month program, creating an intensive environment designed to foster innovation through founder collaboration.
Investment focus
Draper Startup House believes that living amongst peers fosters continuous innovation and that a shared environment accelerates problem-solving. Their residential model is designed to build enduring relationships and develop mental and physical resilience through immersion.
Program details
The program is in person. Participation is generally full time.
Who it is for
Early-stage startups (pre-seed to seed stage) with strong founding teams and visions, able to live communally with other founders.
Check your startup’s fit
Check your eligibility for Draper Startup House AcceleratorAdmissions and application
Eligibility criteria include being an early-stage startup (pre-seed to seed stage), having founders who can relocate for 3 months, and a commitment to full-time program participation.
Benefits
Participants receive seed capital investment, a 3-month intensive mentorship program, residential housing, operational guidance, network access to investors and entrepreneurs, and opportunities for peer learning and demo days.
Timeline
The program lasts for 3 months, with the first cohort launched in April 2022 in Austin, Texas, and annual cohorts plus rotating secondary cohorts planned.
What came of it
Early cohort alumni have progressed to Series A and beyond funding, with some companies achieving notable growth.
How to go about it
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Who can apply, how people get in and whether it is open right now.
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The program has not published how to apply. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.
What it pays
Participants receive up to $100,000 in seed funding at program entry, combined with mentorship and operational support.
Questions about this program
What is the duration of the program?
The program lasts for 3 months.
Where is the program located?
The primary location is Austin, Texas, with rotating secondary cohorts in new cities each year.
About Draper Startup House
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From public sources
What the sources say about Draper Startup House Accelerator
VAE Labs’ founder said the historical DSHA program included a pitch to Tim Draper.
Source: Fundraising Case Study: VAE LabsIn August 2024, VAE Labs’ founder recalled attending the accelerator in May 2022.
Source: How Orri Bogdan Raised a $2M Seed Round for VAE LabsVAE Labs’ founder reported a historical $50,000 offer from DSHA.
Source: Fundraising Case Study: VAE LabsIn a historical Founding Journey account, VAE Labs’ founder said the company accepted DSHA’s investment offer.
Source: Fundraising Case Study: VAE LabsUT San Antonio’s 2025 competition page names Daniel Wiegand as the accelerator and fund’s Managing Director.
Source: 2025 Draper Data Science Business Plan Competition JudgesWiegand linked an application route for the March 2023 pop-up; its destination remains unverified.
Source: Daniel Wiegand: 2023 Consumer & Retail Startup House
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