Founder Institute
Founder Institute

Founder Institute Healthtech Fall 2026

Healthcare
Deadline
Oct 27, 2026
Applications
Closed
Location
Remote
Duration
-

Applications are closed

The application window closed Oct 27, 2026. This page stays here for the record.

About this program

The Founder Institute is the world's most proven network to turn ideas into fundable startups, and startups into global businesses. The Healthtech Fall 2026 cohort is virtual: run 100% online, with in-person networking opportunities before and during the program, and FI Healthtech mentors.

Key Benefits

  • Join an Equity Collective of helpful startup mentors and founders that are invested in your success
  • A lifetime of support programs and partners
  • Structured, proven business-building sprints
  • Fast track to the FI Fundraising program and Virtual Demo Days
  • Special deals and support worth over $3 million from partner organizations

Eligibility

  • Founders from the idea stage to Seed+ (the application's role list runs from 'Entrepreneur with just an idea' to 'Later-Stage Entrepreneur (Seed+)')

Program Structure

  • Virtual: 100% online, with in-person networking opportunities before and during the program
  • Program dates: Nov 3, 2026 - Feb 2, 2027 (onboarding Oct 27, 2026, 6:00 pm PDT; kickoff Nov 3, 2026, 6:00 pm PST)
  • Less than 40% of founders make it through the program

Cost

Entrance Fee $1,399