Thiel Fellowship
Thiel Foundation
About
The Thiel Fellowship is a two-year program that gives $250,000 and mentorship to young people who want to build new things instead of remaining in school. Fellows receive support from the Thiel Foundation’s network of founders, investors, and scientists. The program is designed for individuals who skip or stop out of college to work on ventures. The fellowship emphasizes autonomy, risk-taking, and connections to investors and partners.
a two-year program for young people who want to build new things
Who can apply
Be a young person who wants to build new things.
“The Thiel Fellowship is a two-year program for young people who want to build new things.”
Be willing to skip or stop out of college to participate.
“Thiel Fellows skip or stop out of college to receive a $250,000 grant and support from the Thiel Foundation’s network of founders, investors, and scientists.”