Y Combinator

Y Combinator runs a 12-week, in-person batch in San Francisco, twice a year. It invests $500,000 and takes 7% equity: $125,000 on a post-money SAFE for that 7%, plus $375,000 on an uncapped MFN SAFE converting at a later round's terms. Generalist by sector.

Investment
US$500,000
Equity taken
7%
Duration
12 weeks
Format
in person
Cadence
biannual
Location
San Francisco, United States

Sectors

How to apply

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Other accelerators in San Francisco

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Last verified 2026-09-05.