Build an Amazing Company in Seoul

The Founder Institute provides a global support network and a proven methodology to get your startup to traction and funding

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Program Dates
Nov 10, 2026 Feb 24, 2027
Early Deadline
Aug 19, 2026
Early Entrance Fee
$299 $599
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The Core Experience

You don't have to do it alone. Alongside other like-minded entrepreneurs, you will build your business in a structured, proven process.

Critical Support Network

Join an Equity Collective of helpful startup mentors and founders that are invested in your success.
Get access to a lifetime of support programs and partners that far exceeds any comparable program.

Structured Methodology

Know what to work on, and when, with our proven business-building sprints and structured process.
Build a company with impact by leveraging the world's largest network of startup founders and mentors.

Challenging Process

Less than 40% of Founders make it through the program because we challenge you every step of the way.
Get fast-tracked to our Funding Lab program and Virtual Demo Days, giving you the best chance to get funding.

Session Calendar

Below are the dates for the upcoming program

Onboarding
Nov 03, 2026
06:00pm KST
Accelerator Kickoff
Nov 10, 2026
06:00pm KST
Vision & Mission
Nov 11, 2026
06:00pm KST
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Featured Grad

FI Grad Company

From our Silicon Valley chapter, Udemy is the global leader in online learning, with nearly 200,000 courses. The company went public on the NASDAQ in October 2021, raising $421 million.

FI Grad

The real question is: can the Founder Institute be game-changing for your business? The answer is yes. Without FI, Udemy may have never raised any money.

Gagan Biyani
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Udemy (IPO, 2021)

Leadership

Our directors are experienced entrepreneurs and proven startup experts who know how to walk you through the challenges of your early-stage startup.

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Erdinc Ekinci

Co-founder, CEO @ Co-capital
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YuLi Shein

Co-founder, COO @ Openfor.co, inc

FI Partners

Get special deals and support worth over $3 million from top support organizations and partners.

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