We want to better support founders year round by interviewing and funding startups on their schedule, which doesn’t always align with our batch schedule. While it’s always been an option to apply year-round to YC, we’re now formalizing it with an early deadline.
Now, founders can apply for an early interview to the Summer 2021 batch. If we receive your application by Thursday, January 27 at 8pm PT, we will consider you for an early February interview (instead of regular interviews, which begin in late April).
Although the Summer 2021 batch won’t officially start until June, if you’re accepted early, you’ll gain access to many YC resources immediately.
Aside from the early deadline, we’ve put more systems in place to review more applications and interview more founders year-round. We hope this gives startups the flexibility to always get access to YC resources when it’s most helpful for their business.
Apply here.
FAQ
When will I know if I’m invited for an early interview?
If you apply by the early deadline (January 27), we’ll reply to you in early February to let you know if we’d like to interview you early or if we need more time to review your application. If we need more time, then you’ll hear back from us with a decision by late April/May, along with all other on-time applicants.
Do I need to apply again at the regular deadline?
No, if we don’t interview you early, we’ll consider your application for regular interviews.
What if I don’t want to be considered for an early interview?
If you want to apply now but not be considered for an early interview, just make a note on your application and we’ll honor the request.
Via Y Combinator.
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