Stanford Threshold Venture Fellows (TVF)

The Threshold Venture Fellows program is a specialized, cohort-based entrepreneurship program designed specifically for Stanford master's students who want to launch high-growth ventures. Founded in 2014 in partnership with Threshold Ventures, TVF combines weekly classroom instruction with personalized mentorship. Each Fellow receives dual mentorship from accomplished investors and alumni, enhancing their entrepreneurial journey while maintaining academic enrollment.

The Threshold Venture Fellows program aims to empower Stanford master's students with the skills, mentorship, and network necessary to launch successful high-growth ventures. It addresses the unique needs of graduate students who have significant professional backgrounds but limited time to pursue entrepreneurship.

Designed for Students, Founders, Operators, Investors. The program is in person. Participation is generally part time.

Eligible applicants are Stanford master's students and final-year co-terminal students who remain active Stanford students during the program. Students from any major or school may apply; previous entrepreneurial experience is not required, but previous career experience is preferred.

Eligibility is limited to Stanford master's students with a strong entrepreneurial interest and the ability to commit to weekly sessions. The program is by invitation only.

Participants benefit from a robust curriculum covering essential venture creation topics, dual mentorship from executives and alumni, and a strong network of over 300 TVF alumni.

The program runs for two academic quarters (Winter and Spring), with weekly sessions throughout.

Over 10 years, the program has built a strong alumni network in Silicon Valley, with many alumni founding companies or joining venture firms.