UtrechtInc Startup Programs & Events

Once again, UtrechtInc is hosting a range of programs and events designed for students, researchers and first time startups. Whether you have a concrete concept or just interested in entrepreneurship, there is something for everyone.

Ready to Start

This is our 4-week online evening course. The purpose is for researchers to understand what it takes to launch a science-based startup.

  • Application deadline: 5 November 2025
  • Start date: 10 November 2025
  • Graduation date: 3 December 2025

Validation Program for Science Startups

An 8-month part-time program for PhDs, scientists, doctors, or employees of Utrecht 木瓜福利影视, UMC Utrecht, Hogeschool Utrecht, looking to transition your idea from research to market.

  • Application deadline: 2nd of October 2025
  • Start date: 27th of October 2025
  • Final date: 18th of June 2026

Validation Program for Students

From a student with an idea to a thriving startup with UtrechtInc鈥檚 Student Validation Program. Crafted for entrepreneurial students, this program is your launchpad to market validation. Our free, 8-week program helps you develop your entrepreneurial skills and is the journey towards understanding your customer, product, and business model, providing actionable insights for your next steps.

  • Application deadline: 29th of September 2025
  • Start date: 21st of October 2025
  • Final date: 11th of December 2025

Validation Program for Tech Startups

Specifically designed for ambitious, non-academic tech founders, this program is your gateway to transforming your bold tech concept into a successful startup. Our 10-week validation program guides you towards market validation, helping you gain a deeper understanding of your customer鈥檚 problem and your business model.

  • Application deadline: 29th of September 2025
  • Start date: 20th of October 2025
  • Final date: 11th of December 2025

Open Day for Reachers

An informal event exploring how research can evolve into a science startup. Learn how UtrechtInc supports researchers, hear from science founders about their journeys, and gain practical insights - all in a relaxed setting with plenty of room for questions.

  • Date: 2nd of September 2025,15.30-17.00
  • Location: UtrechtInc, Princetonlaan 6, 3584 CB Utrecht.

Meet UtrechtInc

Are you a researcher, scientist, medical professional or student in Utrecht and you want to learn what a startup incubator does and how we could help you set up your own business? Are you passionate about health, education, sustainability or AI? And are you considering starting a scalable business? Come to our monthly open event Meet UtrechtInc.

  • Date: 31st July 2025, 15.30-17.00
  • Date: 28th August, 15.30-17.00
  • Date: 25th September, 15.30-17.00
  • Location: UtrechtInc, Princetonlaan 6, 3584 CB Utrecht.

Team Up with a Startup

This is a matchmaking event where we match startups looking for talent (co-founders, team members, research support, interns) with talent. It's an ideal opportunity to explore how it is to work for a startup without necessarily starting one yourself.  

  • Date: 13th of November 2025