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Common Questions

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Answers to some of the most common questions about the Founder Institute.

  • Am I a fit for The Founder Institute even though I'm non-technical?
  • Are you hiring? How do I apply to work for the Founder Institute?
  • Can I speak to someone in person?
  • Can the Founder Institute help me get my visa? Does the FI help with housing?
  • How does the Bonus Pool work? I don't understand the Bonus Pool equity allocation.
  • How is the Founder Institute different from a seed-accelerator program, like Y Combinator or Techstars?
  • I would like to know more about the course before I pay anything. Is that possible?
  • I would like to meet with someone at the Founder Institute to talk about my Startup. Can you advise on how to set up a meeting with someone at the Founder Institute?
  • Is the Founder Institute a "pre-accelerator"?
  • My idea is not very strong, should I still enroll?
  • What is the ideal company that is expected to join a Founder Institute semester?
  • What's the average age of people who attend your program?
  • Where can I find the calendar schedule for a semester?
  • Why should I apply for the Founders Institute Program?
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