Thiel Fellowship
thielfellowship.org
Offers a $250,000 grant over two years to young entrepreneurs and innovators aged 22 or younger who skip or drop out of college to build new business, tech, or scientific ventures.
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Gives $250,000 to young entrepreneurs under 22 who drop out of college to start new businesses or projects. Support includes mentorship and networking opportunities.
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What Benefits Are Offered?
A two-year, $250,000 grant with comprehensive mentorship, workshops, and networking support from the Thiel Foundation's network of founders, investors, and scientists.
Who Is Eligible?
Industries: technology, nonprofit, consumer products, media, hardware
Demographics: youth
Other Criteria: 22 or younger, without a university degree, willing to skip or stop out of college if accepted, want to build new things, demonstrate meaningful progress toward a concrete vision, applicants accepted as individuals
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📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?
- 📝Steps to Apply
- Visit the Thiel Fellowship website
- Review eligibility criteria
- Prepare your application materials
- Submit your application
- 🌐Application Portal
- https://thielfellowship.org
- 📤Submission Method
- online
- 🔄Intake Type
- continuous
📄What Documents Are Required?
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💰What Expenses Are Eligible?
- 🧾Eligible Expenses
- $250,000 grant for building new things
- 💳Payment Model
- mixed
🤝Is Matching Funding Required?
- 🔀Matching Required
- No
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FAQFrequently Asked Questions
Visit the program page for detailed eligibility requirements.
This program offers funding up to $250,000 (minimum $250,000).
This program accepts applications on a rolling basis.
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