Due to the COVID-19 crisis, we have shifted our admisssions process from an online nomination to an open application. Interested investors can apply via our online form.
Candidates selected for the next round will be invited to interview before a final decision is made.
We look for candidates with experience in the investment space and who are interesting in building and growing their local tech ecosystems. Prior attendees have come from VC firms, government-led funds, family offices, angel syndicates, accelerator programs, or are high-net worth individuals looking to diversify their investment portfolio. Candidates should be:
The general application deadline is September 18. If you are invited to interview and are then accepted, the general program tuition is due by September 25, 2020.
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500 Startups is excited to again be offering two full scholarships ($9,999) for underrepresented early-stage investors, especially women and/or people of color.
Please note: the scholarship deadline has passed and the recipients have been announced.
The program will be a mix of live and pre-recorded content. We expect you to dedicate roughly three hours of work per day for the two-week program. Live classes will be held at 8 am PST (subject to change).
The general admissions program tuition of $9,999 is due by September 25, 2020.
VC Unlocked: Silicon Valley Online is a remote program and will be conducted on the Stanford Center for Professional Development’s online learning portal to offer an immersive experience.
Contact us at vcunlocked@500startups.com