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EWOR Fellowship vs Thiel Fellowship: Which is Right for You?
Compare these opportunities side-by-side to find the best fit for you.
EWOR Fellowship
A highly selective, virtual-first fellowship offering early-stage founders up to €500,000 in capital and 1:1 mentorship from unicorn founders to build global-impact ventures.
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Global
fellowship
equity-based
mentorship
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Thiel Fellowship
A two-year, $200,000 grant program for innovators aged 22 or younger to pursue full-time projects instead of attending college.
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Global
fellowship
equity-free
mentorship
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Side-by-Side Comparison
Funding
500000 EUR
200000 USD
Education Level
Not specified
Not yet received an undergraduate degree, Willing to drop out of or pause college if selected
Age Range
Not specified
Up to 22
Industry Focus
tech
Not specified
Financial Benefits
Up to €500,000 in capital
US$200,000 grant disbursed over two years
Mentorship
1:1 mentorship (1–5 hours per week) with unicorn founders and seasoned entrepreneurs
Guidance and support for project development and scaling
Networking
Access to a curated network of over 2,000 mentors, VCs, and subject matter experts, Community of elite founders and ongoing network beyond the fellowship
Access to a global network of mentors, investors, and fellow entrepreneurs, Opportunities for introductions to potential partners and funders
Program Location
virtual
remote
Typical Cohort Size
~35
20-30 fellows annually
Selection Criteria
visionaries, technical prodigies, driven operators committed to solving significant global challenges
Meaningful progress on a concrete vision, Commitment to work full-time on the project
Type
fellowship
fellowship
Region
Global
Global
Duration
1 years
2 years