STATION F Founders Program 🚀 Accelerator
STATION F's own early-stage programme in Paris: desks from EUR 259 a month for 3 to 18 months, rolling applications.
| Who qualifies | Early-stage tech startups able to be present on the Paris campus. Desks from EUR 259 per month; no equity is mentioned. |
|---|---|
| Open in | European Union |
| Partner code needed | No: apply directly |
| Deadline | Rolling, apply any time |
| Terms last checked | 2026-10-11 |
About STATION F Founders Program
What you get
The Founders Program is STATION F's in-house programme for early-stage tech startups on its Paris campus. It lasts 3 to 18 months in a hybrid format, with a minimum presence on campus. You get a place in the STATION F community, programming and the campus network. There is no investment.
Who qualifies
Early-stage tech startups. Past STATION F calls asked that teams work full time on the project and have a first MVP.
Good to know
- Cost: desks start from EUR 259 per desk per month (about $300).
- Equity: none is mentioned on the page.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
- STATION F runs other programmes too, including partner programmes on campus and the free Fighters Program.
Verdict
A practical home base in Europe's biggest startup campus if you can be in Paris. You pay rent rather than equity.
How to apply
- Open stationf.co/programs/in-house and select the Founders Program.
- Use "Join Now" to apply; applications are rolling.
- Plan for the minimum on-campus presence and the monthly desk fee.
Who it is for
Steps STATION F Founders Program helps with
Pros
- No equity taken
- Large campus network in Paris
- Flexible 3 to 18 month stay
Cons
- Monthly desk fee
- No investment
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