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MassChallenge

MassChallenge Challenge Cycle 2026–2027 accepts applications October 19–November 9, 2026. This is a separate opportunity from the closed UK accelerator cohort.

Hybridfintech · health · general
Sources checked Oct 27, 2026

Key dates

Application deadlines and published program milestones.

  1. Application deadline

    Published deadline

    Opens Oct 19, 2026

    Exact cutoff time not confirmed.

    Deadline sourceChecked 2026-10-27

Applications October 19–November 9, 2026. Program overview: February–June 2027. Exact attendance schedule and location require confirmation.

Exact program milestones are not confirmed. Any broader event dates in the overview do not establish the precise cohort or pitch schedule.

Before you apply

Industry-partner challenges for pre-seed to Series A startups. Worldwide applicants may apply; selected teams must attend required in-person sessions.

Use the official program page to confirm these details before committing time or paying an application fee:

  • Your eligibilityCompany stage, team size and sector requirements.
  • Funding & feesEntry costs, investment terms and any equity commitments.
  • Attendance & residencyTravel, incorporation and in-person participation requirements.
Program-specific research notes (3)
  • The source contains inconsistent Dallas and Boston location sections and differing event counts. Confirm required attendance with the organizer; no precise kickoff day or location is inferred.
  • No investment amount, fee, or equity terms were confirmed for this Challenge Cycle.
  • Do not assign these dates to MassChallenge UK or other MassChallenge programs.

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