Acceleration Services in support of the institutional transformation of Higher Education Institutions

Last updated: 16.7.2025
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This program provides acceleration services to support the institutional transformation of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) across the European Research Area (ERA). It aims to enhance their research and innovation dimension, reinforcing their role as drivers of change for Europe's green and digital transitions and economic recovery.

Who is Funded

This section provides an overview of the entities eligible for funding under the Acceleration Services program, detailing the specific types of applicants, the geographical scope within which projects must operate, and the overarching objectives that the program aims to achieve.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, outlining the specific sectors that can benefit from the Acceleration Services, and clarifying the developmental stages of projects that the program is designed to support.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial aspects of the Acceleration Services program, specifying the type of financial instrument used, the overall budget available for the call, and the expected duration for funded projects.

Conditions and Requirements

This section details the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the program, covering aspects from application terms and collaboration requirements to broader regulatory provisions.

Application Procedure

This section outlines the procedural steps for applying to the Acceleration Services program, detailing how to submit proposals, the evaluation process, and where to find comprehensive guidance on these procedures.

This section identifies the fundamental legal and official documents that serve as the authorization and governing framework for the Acceleration Services program, highlighting the primary sources of its legitimacy and the broader regulatory landscape that shapes its implementation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

10,500,000 €

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union (EU) Member States and Associated Countries. Non-EU/non-Associated Countries may also be eligible if specific provisions for funding participation are outlined in the Horizon Europe Programme Guide.

Sectors

Sectors:

Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Higher Education Institutions, Research Organisations, Consultants, Companies

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Planning, Policy Development, Implementation, Capacity Building, Pilot Testing, Service Delivery

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), EIT Raw Materials (coordinator of EIT’s HEI Initiative).

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