Silicon Valley Fellowship Fall 2026 in USA

The Silicon Valley Fellowship Fall 2026 is an intensive programme organised by Gomry, Inc., a San Francisco-based technology company. The next cohort will take place from 11–15 November 2026 across San Francisco and the wider Bay Area.

The programme is designed to give participants direct exposure to Silicon Valley through workshops, networking, industry-leader sessions, company and university visits, and access to a private professional community. It is aimed particularly at founders building new ventures, students and graduates planning their next professional move, and operators seeking to expand their network.

Fellows may interact with professionals from major technology companies, academics, investors, entrepreneurs and founders. The programme emphasises practical exposure rather than traditional classroom study and is designed around conversations, networking and direct interaction with people working within the Bay Area technology ecosystem.

The organiser reports more than 350 alumni worldwide and more than 5,000 applications per year. The official FAQ states that the programme accepts approximately 5% of applicants, making admission selective.

A key feature is the Next Gen Fund, backed by Gomry. This can provide partial to full financial assistance to a small number of exceptional admitted candidates who would otherwise struggle to participate. However, this funding is competitive and must not be presented as guaranteed funding for all admitted fellows.

• The programme is built for founders launching something new.
• Students and graduates planning their professional next step are encouraged to apply.
• Operators seeking to expand their professional network are also part of the intended audience.
• Applicants must submit the official Fellowship application.
• Applicants progressing through selection must complete the interview process.
• Participation requires official acceptance from the organiser.
• Successful participants must complete the registration requirements.
• Participants normally need to pay the applicable participation fee unless an approved funding arrangement or organiser exception applies.
• Applicants must be able to attend the in-person programme in San Francisco and nearby Bay Area locations.
• International participation is contemplated by the programme; applicants are responsible for ensuring that they can legally travel to the United States.
• No specific academic qualification is stated.
• No specific field of study is stated.
• No specific age restriction is stated.
• No nationality restriction is stated on the official programme pages.
• No IELTS score or other standardised English-language test is stated as an eligibility requirement.

Programme Benefits

• Five days of curated programme activities.
• Industry-leader talks and discussions.
• Workshops and professional learning activities.
• Visits to companies and universities across the San Francisco Bay Area.
• Networking with founders, investors, technology professionals and academics.
• Access to the programme’s mentor network.
• Opportunities to connect with other fellows and alumni.
• Private community access featuring opportunities, referrals and job postings.
• Transportation between official programme venues.
• Welcome kit and programme-related materials.
• Continued access to the Fellowship community after participation.

Next Gen Fund Support

For selected candidates, the Next Gen Fund may provide partial to full support towards:

• Programme participation / tuition.
• Round-trip flights to San Francisco.
• Accommodation in San Francisco.
• Local transportation.
• Programme meals.

Initial Fellowship Application

The current application form does not list a CV, passport or academic transcript as a mandatory upload. Applicants are asked to provide information including:

• First and last name.
• Personal email address.
• LinkedIn profile.
• Current city.
• Gender.
• Date of birth.
• Primary organisation, where applicable.
• Job title, where applicable.
• University, where applicable.
• Personal projects and/or relevant links.
• A short description about themselves of up to 280 characters.
• Information about what they need help with.
• Preferred Fellowship batch.
• Referral/source information.
• Acceptance of the programme regulations and privacy policies.

Next Gen Fund Applicants

Applicants seeking financial support may be asked for:

• Motivation explaining their circumstances and why funding is needed.
• Evidence of exceptional curricular or extracurricular achievements, results or experiences.
• Supporting evidence, which may include a CV, scholarships, grades, internships, publications, patents or personal projects.
• Information about the amount of support required.
• Fellowship batch of interest.

The Silicon Valley Fellowship does not publish a formal scored selection rubric. Official information indicates that the process considers:

• The quality and promise of the initial application.
• Applicant background and activities.
• Personal projects and interests.
• Applicant goals and what they hope to gain from the Fellowship.
• Discussion of projects and goals during the interview.
• Whether the programme team believes the applicant can take full advantage of the experience.
• Referrals from Fellowship alumni or mentors may carry weight, although they do not replace the formal application.

For the Next Gen Fund, additional considerations include:

• Exceptional achievements.
• Merit.
• Demonstrated financial need.
• Motivation for participating in the Fellowship.

• Gain first-hand exposure to the Silicon Valley technology and startup ecosystem.
• Learn directly from experienced founders, investors, academics and technology professionals.
• Visit companies and universities within the San Francisco Bay Area.
• Build an international professional network.
• Connect with mentors and Fellowship alumni.
• Develop entrepreneurial and professional perspectives through intensive workshops and discussions.
• Join a private community where opportunities, referrals and job postings may be shared.
• Gain practical insight into technology, innovation and startup development in one of the world’s major technology hubs.