STATION F programmes: choose a route, not just a campus
Separate STATION F’s in-house programmes from partner programmes, then check admission, availability and participation costs.
What does applying to STATION F mean?
STATION F is a campus with multiple programmes. A campus address does not establish a common investment offer, application process or eligibility rule. Identify the specific operator before comparing it with an accelerator that publishes a single standard deal. Start with the programme’s own application page and keep the campus overview as context.
The in-house routes are different
| Route | Published distinction | Implication |
|---|---|---|
| F/ai | AI programme launched in January 2026; recommendation-based entry. Official source ↗ | Do not describe it as an open general-purpose application route. |
| Founders Program 2.0 | The same official FAQ says the programme is currently paused. | Old descriptions are not evidence of a current intake. |
| Fighters Program 2.0 | Designed for founders from underrepresented or disadvantaged backgrounds, with a staged selection process. | Check the current round, attendance and progression requirements before applying. |
Compare a partner programme separately
Use STATION F’s partner-programme directory to find the operator. Then ask for its current programme agreement. Record who selects the cohort, what facilities are included, who provides support and whether there is any investment. Do not transfer one partner’s terms to another.
Build a real participation budget
Ask separately about desk fees, deposits, duration, travel, accommodation and required days on campus. A programme can be valuable without investing cash; it should not be listed as a cash award for that reason. If a corporate partner offers pilots, establish whether that means introductions, unpaid tests or a signed commercial contract. Treat each as a different outcome.
Your decision should start with a concrete need. If you need specialist customers, assess access to the relevant buyer. If you need investment, examine the actual financial instrument. If you need a local team network, attendance and working arrangements may matter more than a headline perk total.
Questions to send the programme operator
Ask: Which cohort is accepting applications? What is the closing time and time zone? Who must attend? What is the total cash cost? Does any entity receive equity or other rights? What happens if we leave early? Keep the answers with the dated agreement rather than relying on a general campus page.
See the STATION F profile, founder selection checklist and attendance comparison.
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