Sabancı Üniversitesi
Sabancı Üniversitesi has partnered with the Founder Institute to help aspiring entrepreneurs in Turkey
Friends of Sabancı Üniversitesi can apply below, and the best applicant will receive a special fellowship to participate in the pre-seed accelerator program for free.
Build an Amazing Company in Turkey
The Founder Institute provides a global support network and a proven methodology to get your startup to traction and funding
VirtualProgram Dates
Early Deadline
Aug 25, 2026Early Entrance Fee
$249 $749
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
Structured Methodology
Challenging Process
Session Calendar
Below are the dates for the upcoming program
Featured Grad
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.
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.
Events
Join us for an upcoming event - local or global - to meet other founders and experts. Learn what you need to know now to scale your startup.
What It Actually Takes to Raise: Q&A with Alp Tolga Toksöz
How to Find the First Customers for Your Startup Idea
How to Get Customer Feedback on your Startup Idea in the Age of AI
From Idea to Action: The Startup Mindset
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Leadership
Our leadership team are proven startup experts who know how to walk you through the challenges of your early-stage startup.
FI Turkey Mentors
Build a business efficiently through video conferences, office hours, and material reviews from a roster of top startup mentors.
FI Partners
Get special deals and support worth over $3 million from top support organizations and partners.
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