SkyDeck Berkeley
SkyDeck Berkeley is an accelerator based in Berkeley, United States, 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.
SkyDeck Berkeley's startup accelerator offering funding, mentorship, and resources to early-stage companies across various sectors.
- Investment focus
- Generalist
- Investment stages
- Pre-SeedSeed
- Location
- Berkeley, United States
- Founded
- 2012
- Team size
- 101-250
- Portfolio companies
- 141+
About SkyDeck Berkeley
Each of the 20 companies accepted into the SkyDeck full cohort will receive investment of $200,000 from the Berkeley SkyDeck Fund. Each of the 10 startups accepted into SkyDeck Europe will receive investment of €145,000 from our dedicated European Fund.
Berkeley SkyDeck is UC Berkeley's global startup accelerator. Named in Forbes as a top five U.S. university accelerator, SkyDeck combines hands-on mentorship with the vast resources of its research university.
Participating startups have access to SkyDeck's 480 advisors, 50 industry partners, and a network of more than 510,000 UC Berkeley alumni.
Source: the organization's public company profile.
How to pitch SkyDeck Berkeley
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Round Funded. "SkyDeck Berkeley." Round Funded investor database, updated October 19, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does SkyDeck Berkeley invest in?
SkyDeck Berkeley 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 SkyDeck Berkeley invest at?
SkyDeck Berkeley focuses on Pre-Seed and Seed rounds. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
Is SkyDeck Berkeley still active?
Yes. Round Funded's research found that SkyDeck Berkeley 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 SkyDeck Berkeley based?
SkyDeck Berkeley is based in Berkeley, United States. You can reach out from anywhere with a pitch that matches its focus.
How do I contact SkyDeck Berkeley?
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