Student Programs

We develop entrepreneurs as global citizens at STVP.

In innovative educational programs from STVP, diverse Stanford students from every background and discipline gain transformative learning experiences, a community of talent, and Stanford Engineering’s spirit of groundbreaking technology innovation. Create your entrepreneurial learning path with STVP fellows programs, affiliated courses, community networks, the Stanford eCorner learning platform, and more!

Fellows Programs

Every STVP fellows program will help you develop as an entrepreneurial leader, understand how to navigate the venture ecosystem, and connect you with a vibrant network of peers, alumni, and mentors. Apply to join one of the select fellows cohorts brought to you by STVP.

Accel Leadership Program

  • Solve real-world problems via case-based team learning
  • Site visits to local Silicon Valley startups
  • 6 month program, winter thru spring
  • 16 technically-minded graduate and co-term students
  • Taught by Mo Fong, Tom Byers, Steven Loughlin, Sara Ittelson and Kerry Wang
Accel Leadership Program

Mayfield Fellows Program

  • Experiential learning of entrepreneurship and leadership skills in high-tech startups
  • Paid summer internship
  • 9 month work/study program, spring thru fall
  • 12 undergraduate and co-term students
  • Taught by Ann Miura-Ko and Tom Byers

  • Tom Byers

    Faculty Director, STVP and Professor, Stanford University

  • Ann Miura-Ko

    Adjunct Lecturer, Stanford University and Co-Founding Partner, Floodgate
Mayfield Fellows Program

Threshold Venture Fellows

  • Leadership skills for the venture ecosystem
  • 6 month program, winter thru spring
  • 12 master’s students and co-term students
  • Taught by Heidi Roizen and Aidan Madigan-Curtis

  • Tess Hatch

    Managing Director, Stifel Venture Bank

  • Emily Melton

    Adjunct Lecturer, Stanford University and Co-founder & Managing Partner, Threshold
Threshold Venture Fellows

Xfund Ethics fellows

We are proud to announce PEAK Fellows is now Xfund Ethics Fellows.

  • Develop guiding principles for entrepreneurial leadership
  • 6 month program, summer and fall
  • 16 undergraduate and co-term students
  • Advised by Tom Byers, Arun Balaraman, Brandon Farwell and Jack Fuchs

  • Tom Byers

    Faculty Director, STVP and Professor, Stanford University
Xfund Ethics Fellows

Courses

We welcome diverse students from any background, any experience level, and any field of study to accelerate their journey through more than 30 affiliated course from STVP. Course range from beginner (no prior experience needed) to advanced and doctoral level offerings. Visit STVP Learning Paths to explore courses, learning journeys from Stanford students, and frequently asked questions.

Community Networks

Find connection by joining STVP’s community networks:

  • The Stanford Entrepreneurship Network (SEN) is a working group of Stanford University programs and student groups offering opportunities for the Stanford community to strengthen cross campus connections, learn from one another, and collaborate on entrepreneurship education and research projects.

eCorner by STVP

Each year, more than 500 schools use resources from STVP’s eCorner learning platform to teach aspiring entrepreneurs around the world. Visit eCorner by STVP to access thousands of free videos, podcasts, and articles to strengthen your entrepreneurial mindset with insights from Stanford faculty and industry experts.