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South Park Commons Fellowship vs Thiel Fellowship: Which is Right for You?
Compare these opportunities side-by-side to find the best fit for you.
South Park Commons Fellowship
Fellowship-style community program investing $400,000 for 7% equity + $600K follow-on.
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North America
fellowship
equity-based
fellowship
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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
400000 USD (7% equity)
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
hard tech, infra, web3
Not specified
Financial Benefits
$400,000 initial investment, $600,000 guaranteed follow-on funding
US$200,000 grant disbursed over two years
Mentorship
1:1 partner mentorship
Guidance and support for project development and scaling
Networking
networking
Access to a global network of mentors, investors, and fellow entrepreneurs, Opportunities for introductions to potential partners and funders
Program Location
in-person
remote
Program Structure
unstructured fellowship
Not specified
Typical Cohort Size
small cohorts
20-30 fellows annually
Selection Criteria
Not specified
Meaningful progress on a concrete vision, Commitment to work full-time on the project
Type
fellowship
fellowship
Region
North America
Global
Duration
1 years
2 years