Our Programs

StartX programs are designed to accelerate Stanford’s most promising entrepreneurs through a uniquely founder-led model. We combine deep mentorship, peer-to-peer accountability, and a trusted community that moves fast and shares honestly.

Whether you’re refining your product, raising capital, or leading at scale, StartX gives you the structure, resources, and space to grow—on your own terms.

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Who Can Apply

We have designed programs to cater to the needs and schedules of all different types of Stanford University founders.

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Students

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Full-Time Founders

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Professors

We offer two programs for Stanford founders that serve as the entry point into our lifelong founder community

Our programs vary based on the needs of the founder. We provide founders with useful mentorship and resources to help you build your company and education about how to make the most of the StartX ecosystem.

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Accelerator
Full-Time 3-Month Program
  • Grow faster with support from a trusted peer-to-peer community of fellow founders.
  • Access to resources worth over $1 million.
  • Receive tailored mentorship and guidance.
  • Collaborate and form strategic partnerships.
  • Exposure to leading investors through curated events, panels, and founder-led fundraising support.
  • Direct access to a network of vetted investors.
  • Specialized resources for AI and Medical verticals.
  • Don’t need to give up equity.
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Fellowship
Student Entrepreneurship Residency
  • Join a vibrant community of campus role models.
  • Eligibility extends through your student tenure and 6 months post-graduation.
  • Receive financial support of up to $4,000.
  • Duration of 10 weeks.
  • A gateway to the broader StartX community.
  • Don’t need to give up equity.

Join a Lifelong Community of Top-Tier Founders

We help you activate the StartX and Stanford community to accelerate your entrepreneurial journey.

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Program Tracks for Growing Verticals

While we are industry agnostic, we provide vertical-specific resources and expertise across Med, AI, and Sustainability.

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Event: StartX is inviting you to an AI Networking Mixer this Thursday (11/2) from 6-8 PM.
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