Accelerate your EdTech with Tecnológico de Monterrey.

The first international acceleration program for early-stage EdTech startups, designed to tackle the education challenges in higher education and lifelong learning, created by Tecnológico de Monterrey.

Next Program

September 1st

What is IFE Launch?

IFE Launch is an initiative of Tecnológico de Monterrey, led by the Institute for the Future Education (IFE).

It is the international acceleration program for early-stage EdTechs aiming to address educational challenges in Higher Education and/or Lifelong Learning. The program offers the opportunity to validate technology with Tecnológico de Monterrey's infrastructure, as well as to connect with the Silicon Valley ecosystem and investors.

Benefits of IFE Launch

Benefits of participation

1. 3-month acceleration program in Monterrey, Mexico. The program includes accommodation and meal support for one founder.

2. Silicon Valley experts. Training program focused on Sales, Experimentation, Investment, Pitching, and Impact Measurement.

3. Workspace at Expedition Innovation District Monterrey. Access to the most exclusive innovation facilities in Monterrey.

4. Technology validation. Experimentation process with resources, professors, and students from Tecnológico de Monterrey.

5. Immersion trip to Mexico City to connect with the ecosystem. Includes support for flight, meals, and accommodation.

6. Access to the IFE Conference and a booth at the IFE Edtech Summit 2026. A key meeting point for startups, investors, and experts in educational innovation. January 27–29, 2026.

7. Access to INC Mty 2026 Entrepreneurship Festival.

8. Admission to the EdTech acceleration program by the University of Southern California – Rossier School of Education USC Education Technology Accelerator.

Next Program

September 1st

Participation Requirements

IFE Launch Requirements for participation

Any individual or team, whether national or foreign, who already has or does not have an idea or project, may participate in the Call for Applications, as long as they meet the following requirements: