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Thiel Fellowship

Run by Thiel Foundation

OnlineWorldwide (fellows are based all over the world)Two yearsHighly selectiveHigh effort

About this opportunity

A two-year, US$250,000 grant for young people who want to build new things instead of sitting in a classroom. Fellows get support from the Thiel Foundation's network of founders, investors and scientists, and the fellowship takes no equity in their company. Anyone aged 22 or younger without a university degree can apply, including students still in school, but a selected applicant must drop out to accept.

Who can apply

Anyone aged 22 or younger and without a university degree. Applicants may still be in school, but a selected applicant must drop out to accept the fellowship. Fellows are based all over the world.

How to apply

Apply through the online application portal linked from thielfellowship.org; applications are accepted year round, with no deadline. Applicants need to show meaningful progress toward a concrete vision, though a company or full product is not required.

What you get

StipendNetwork

Frequently asked

Who runs this?+

Run by Thiel Foundation. More on their website.

Who can apply?+

Anyone aged 22 or younger and without a university degree. Applicants may still be in school, but a selected applicant must drop out to accept the fellowship. Fellows are based all over the world.

Is it paid?+

Yes — the programme provides a stipend. See the organiser's site for exact figures.

What will I walk away with?+

You can expect stipend and network.

How do I apply?+

Apply through the online application portal linked from thielfellowship.org; applications are accepted year round, with no deadline.

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Last verified 30 September 2026·Updated 30 September 2026·Source

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