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Melbourne Accelerator Program

Melbourne Accelerator Program

Melbourne, Victoriathemap.co

Overview

The Melbourne Accelerator Program (MAP) is a startup accelerator powered by the University of Melbourne, described as one of Australia's leading university startup accelerators. It supports early-stage for-profit and not-for-profit startups through a five-month intensive program that includes mentorship, office space, and access to networks. The program provides $20,000 in equity-free funding to each participating startup. Since its inception in 2012, MAP has supported over 100 startups. The program has a focus on various sectors, including health, AI, sustainability, and social impact ventures.

Portfolio Companies

25

Website

themap.co

Investments

Melbourne Accelerator Program investments
CompanyDateStageLead
SupportSortedJul 2025AcceleratorLead
ElliephantNov 2023Pre SeedCo-investor
Mark My WordsMay 2023AcceleratorLead
Dr GlitterMay 2023AcceleratorCo-investor
ElliephantMay 2023AcceleratorCo-investor

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersMelbourne, Victoria
Year FoundedN/A

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