International Accelerator

International Accelerator is a startup accelerator based in Austin, Texas, that is exclusively designed for foreign-born entrepreneurs looking to launch their startups in the U.S. market. The firm offers a comprehensive 6 to 12-month program that includes seed funding, free housing and office space, immigration and legal assistance, and access to a network of mentors and investors. The program is highly selective, accepting up to 12 early-stage companies per year, and operates with a "Cofounder, not Cohort" approach. In return for its services and a seed investment, IA typically takes an equity stake in the portfolio companies.