Thiel Fellowship 2026: deadline, amount and how to apply
Official title
Thiel Fellowship
Eligibility requirements
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- Who can apply
- Individuals
- Owner types
- Young entrepreneurs
Details from the funder
Individuals aged 22 or younger without a university degree, based anywhere including the US. Applicants need meaningful progress toward a concrete project, but incorporation or a finished product is not required. Students can apply but must leave school to accept the fellowship.
About this grant
A two-year grant paid over the fellowship period for young people building new products, companies or other ventures. The foundation explicitly takes no equity. Apply through the online portal linked from the FAQ.
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