President's Buckeye Accelerator - Eligibility and Expectations

The program is for student ventures serious about pursuing a business idea and committed to a structured and rigorous program.

At the time of submission, each student founder must be a current student enrolled in a degree-seeking program with a graduation date of May 2025 or later and in good standing at Ohio State. If a student founder graduates during the accelerator term, they may continue to work on the project (and the project will continue to be eligible for resources) so long as another previously identified student founder and/or executive team member remains in pursuit of a degree and in good standing at Ohio State.

Student ventures must complete the application process and pre-accelerator Boost Camp (January – February 2024).

Accept terms and conditions of funds.

Student entrepreneurs who accept an invitation to the President’s Buckeye Accelerator are expected to prioritize the program and adhere to strict participation requirements.

Participants must respect the rights and dignity of others.

Participants are accountable for personal behavior.

Participants must provide honesty and transparency in all dealings with members of the President’s Buckeye Accelerator.

To compete and qualify, participants must complete all forms, releases, agreements, and documents accurately and truthfully.

When possible, participants must work to support the broader Ohio State entrepreneurial community and aspire to make a positive impact on society.

Participants permit the accelerator and Ohio State to use participants’ names, likenesses, city of residence, photograph, video, film, or any other likeness, for marketing and promotional purposes, including, without limitation, newsletters, websites, social media accounts, or outlets without additional compensation.