The USC Viterbi Startup Garage Virtual Space Cohort is now accepting applications. This fully online, one-year program is powered by USC’s Center for Research in Space Technologies (CREST) and Aerospace Corporation (TAC) to support early-stage space tech startups with mentorship, technical expertise, and critical industry connections.
Who Should Apply
- Domestic U.S. space startups
- Technologies with space applications across various stages
- No USC affiliation required
Program Benefits
- One-Year Virtual Program – Develop your startup with long-term support. LA-based teams can access incubator office space.
- Tailored Mentorship – Expert guidance from Aerospace Corporation (TAC), a federally funded non-profit with deep space mission expertise.
- Industry Access – Engage with top mentors in space tech across remote sensing, energy systems, quantum technologies, and more.
- Accelerated Growth – Leverage our network to gain a competitive edge in the space industry.
- Expert Mentorship from Aerospace Corporation
Our program provides direct access to leading aerospace experts, including:
- Space-based Optical Frequency Combs
- Photovoltaics/Solar Power Systems
- Space Weather & Atmospheric Sciences
- Microelectronics
- Optical Communications & Photonics
- Atomic Clocks & Navigation Systems
- And many more
Rolling Admissions – Apply Anytime
Apply now: Application Form