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Sequoia Arc vs OpenAI Converge: Which is Right for You?
Compare these opportunities side-by-side to find the best fit for you.
Sequoia Arc
Sequoia Arc is a biannual seed-stage catalyst program that helps pre-seed and seed founders build enduring, category-defining companies through funding, mentorship, community, and company building frameworks.
Apply anytimeRolling
Rolling deadlineRolling
Global
accelerator
seed-stage
funding
+3 more
OpenAI Converge
6-week AI startup summit with $1M equity investment from OpenAI's Startup Fund.
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Rolling deadlineRolling
North America
accelerator
equity-based
accelerator
+3 more
Side-by-Side Comparison
Funding
1000000 USD
1000000 USD
Industry Focus
Not specified
AI
Financial Benefits
Upfront seed funding (typically around $1M)
$1,000,000 equity investment
Mentorship
Access to mentorship and 1:1 time with Sequoia partners and operators
Mentorship and office hours with OpenAI researchers
Networking
Connection to a curated community of other early-stage founders, Exposure to Sequoia’s network of talent, customers, and future co-investors, Invitations to community events, peer boards, and workshops
Networking with AI startup peers and investors
Program Location
remote
in-person
Program Structure
multi-week company building experience
6-week intensive program
Selection Criteria
Not specified
Building ambitious AI applications, Working prototypes
Type
accelerator
accelerator
Region
Global
North America
Duration
Not specified
6 weeks