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Updated: December 10, 2025
Y Combinator
Founded: 2005
Y Combinator created a new model for funding early stage startups. Twice a year we invest in a large number of startups.
Total Investments
4441
Successful Exits
440
Total Funding Raised
$700M
Number of Funds
1
About the Program
Program Type
Investment Stage
Investment Focus Areas
Software & Internet
Health
Entertainment & Media
AI & Machine Learning
Finance & Crypto
Consumer
Logistics
Transportation
Climate & Impact
Energy
Industry
Hardware
Food
Robotics
B2B
Marketing & Growth
Leisure & Travel
Legal
Communities
Women-Founded
Consulting & Services
Accounting
Consulting
FinTech
Virtual Currency
Software
AI
Internet
Mobile
Healthcare
E-Commerce
Description
Early-stage startups across all sectors. $500K for 7%, one of the world's most selective accelerators
Founded2005
Crunchbase Rank#1
Location
Remote Program Available
Program Details
Cohorts per Year2
Diversity Focus
Key Dates
Duration12 weeks
Application DeadlineFebruary 9, 2026
Investment Offer
Offer$500K for 7%