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Founder Institute
Founder Institute

FI Core Program

Agnostic
Deadline
Dec 14, 2025
Applications
Closed
Locations
Miami, Global (70+ cities)
Duration
4 months

Applications are closed

The application window closed Dec 14, 2025. This page stays here for the record.

About this program

The FI Core Program is designed for early-stage entrepreneurs, particularly those in the idea and pre-seed stages. The program supports founders in reaching key business milestones required to raise funding and grow their businesses. It offers a structured methodology and access to FI’s vast network of mentors and investors. The program is delivered across various global locations, with cohorts available in 70+ cities and verticals worldwide. It culminates in opportunities to secure funding and scale startups.

Key Benefits

  • Access to the global FI network of mentors and entrepreneurs
  • Structured business-building sprints
  • Opportunities for funding through FI’s Venture Network

Eligibility

  • Entrepreneurs at the idea or pre-seed stage
  • Individuals looking for structured guidance to develop their business
  • Open to entrepreneurs from any location

Program Structure

  • Structured methodology with defined sprints
  • Regular mentorship sessions and business reviews
  • Focus on building a fundable business through actionable steps

Dates & Duration

  • Program duration: 4 months (February 2026 - June 2026 for Miami cohort)
  • Program start date: February 24, 2026
  • Early application deadline: December 14, 2025

Program questionnaire

8 questions

What Founder Institute asks on its own application. Nothing is answered here, prepare these, then apply on their site.

  1. 1

    Company Name

  2. 2

    Describe your startup

    Write 1-2 paragraphs describing your startup idea (or ideas). If you do not have a final startup idea, then describe an industry or customer problem that you might want to build a business around

  3. 3

    Describe the positive impact your idea can have on society

  4. 4

    Select the two industries that best describe the business you are building

  5. 5

    Select the two areas where you most need help building a business

  6. 6

    Phone Number

  7. 7

    LinkedIn (or other Online Biography) URL

  8. 8

    Country of residence