INCUBATE
INCUBATE is an accelerator based in Sydney, Australia, focused on Pre-Seed and Seed startups across sectors. This profile covers its focus and how founders can get in front of it in 2026.
Incubate is Australia's largest award winning student accelerator program at The University of Sydney.
- Investment focus
- Generalist
- Investment stages
- Pre-SeedSeed
- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Team size
- 11-50
- Portfolio companies
- 220+
About INCUBATE
INCUBATE is an early-stage/pre-seed accelerator in Australia having graduated over 80 startups since 2012.
Co-founded in 2012 by two entrepreneurial students and developed by the University of Sydney Union, Australia's oldest and largest student union, INCUBATE supports founders and startups through its 14-week accelerator, pre-accelerator and mentoring programs at Sydney University, a QS top 50 university.
Source: the organization's public company profile.
How to pitch INCUBATE
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does INCUBATE invest in?
INCUBATE is a generalist with no fixed sector focus. Match your stage before reaching out, then find similar active investors on Round Funded.
What stage does INCUBATE invest at?
INCUBATE focuses on Pre-Seed and Seed rounds. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
Is INCUBATE still active?
Yes. Round Funded's research found that INCUBATE has made a new investment or run a new cohort since 2024. Reach out with a personalized pitch that fits its stage and focus, then track who opens it.
Where is INCUBATE based?
INCUBATE is based in Sydney, Australia. You can reach out from anywhere with a pitch that matches its focus.
How do I contact INCUBATE?
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What is Round Funded?
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