START-UP NY Directory
Use this directory to find the school that’s the best fit for your business. Get in touch with the campus contact to start the application process.
START-UP NY Program
The START-UP NY Program is closed to new applicants as of January 1, 2026.
START-UP NY helps new and expanding businesses through tax-based incentives and innovative academic partnerships. START-UP NY offers new and expanding businesses the opportunity to operate tax-free for 10 years on or near eligible university or college campuses in New York State. Partnering with these schools gives businesses direct access to advanced research laboratories, development resources and experts in key industries.
Resources for Businesses
- START-UP NY Tax-Free Information – Imagine what your company could do with the money saved by operating tax-free.
- START-UP NY FAQs – Click here for a list of frequently asked questions about the START-UP NY program.
- START-UP NY Business Application Instructions – These instructions are designed for your reference when completing an application with a sponsoring school.
Resources for Schools
For All Universities/Colleges:
- START-UP NY Guide for Submitting Campus Plan for Designation of Tax-Free Area: This detailed guide is designed for your reference when preparing a tax-free area plan for state approval for START-UP NY
For Private Universities/Colleges Only:
Regulations
Want to know more about START-UP NY program requirements for participating businesses and schools? Download the regulations (PDF) and the START-UP NY statute (PDF).
