Applications open Monday, September 15, 2025 and close Friday, October 10, 2025 at 11:59 PM.
Program Overview
From idea to app—step by step.
The USVI Idea Incubator provides ambitious, aspiring local innovators with a step by step framework for turning their app ideas into scalable ventures.
An onboarding to tech entrepreneurship, the program strives to educate and train participants on the fundamentals of working with developers to build a product, while exposing them to industry best practices and providing the tools and resources to execute. This program is run in a hybrid format, with weekly virtual sessions and opportunities to engage in-person during week one and in the final week
Application Window: September 15 – October 10 (AST)
"This program was heaven-sent at the perfect time in my app journey. The training empowered me with exactly what I needed in order to bring my app to life. I went from knowing nothing about app development to feeling like nothing is impossible in this space despite not having a software background."
- Steve Lowe, Founder of MyEstateShieldVI
Who Should Apply
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You are based in the U.S. Virgin Islands
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You have a mobile app or tech/tech-enabled concept
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Your idea solves a VI challenge or can scale globally
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You can commit 10+ hours/week for 5 months and meet weekly milestones
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You have a reliable internet connection (program is primarily online)
What You'll Gain
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A step-by-step path from idea → validated concept
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Tools to scope an MVP and work effectively with developers
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Mentor feedback and a supportive founder community
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Clearer business model and go-to-market next steps
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Confidence and structure to pitch your next phase
How Selection Works
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Apply via the form below (Sept 15–Oct 10).
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Review: Incubator Program Managers evaluate submissions.
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Interview: Selected applicants are invited to a 30-minute interview (Oct 13–17).
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Final Selection: Decisions made by the Incubator Program Managers, Community Advancement Director, and the Executive Team of the UVI Research & Technology Park (the UVI RTPark).
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Notifications: Final decisions by October 20; Orientation October 30.
What to Have Ready (before you start the form)
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Idea/Company name
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Five-sentence idea description
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Evidence of customer need
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Current substitutes customers use
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Expected impact on the Virgin Islands
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Team members (if any) and relevant links (site/app)
FAQ
Do I need a built app to apply?
No—bring a clear, validated concept that can be delivered as a mobile app.
Is the program virtual?
Primarily virtual, with a structured weekly cadence.
Who decides selections?
The Incubator Program Managers, Community Advancement Director, and the RTPark Executive Team.
Questions?
Email Amanda Spann at amanda.spann@uvirtpark.net.