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Y Combinator
Y Combinator
accelerator
equity-based
mentorship
short-term
tech
in-person
pre-seed
About this Opportunity
Y Combinator runs a three-month accelerator program in Silicon Valley, investing $125 000 for 7% equity plus $375 000 on an uncapped SAFE (MFN clause). Participants get weekly dinners and office hours with top founders, culminating in Demo Day. Four batches run each year; applications for Fall 2025 are open now, with on-time deadline August 4, 2025 at 8 PM PT.
What You'll Get
- $125 000 for 7% equity
- $375 000 on an uncapped SAFE (MFN clause)
- Three-month intensive program
- Access to YC network and Demo Day
Eligibility Requirements
Early-stage startup teams with a working prototype or MVP; technical founders encouraged; open to any industry or geography.
Deadline
2 days left
Closes 8/4/2025
Opens:5/6/2025
Region:North America