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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before applying to The Collective.
Who can apply?
Can male founders join?
How do you define women's health?
What stage do I need to be at?
Do you take equity?
Is there a cost to apply or participate?
Do I receive funding for being accepted?
Do I need to be raising?
Can I join The Collective if I'm in another accelerator or similar programme?
Where is the programme based?
Do I have to come in person every Friday?
Does my company need to be registered in the UK?
Do I need to be UK-based?
How much of my time will the programme take?
Is there a syllabus I have to follow?
What is an accountability triplet?
Do I need to be a Barclays business banking customer to apply?
Do solo founders qualify?
Will you connect me with a co-founder?
What support do I get from the fractional CFO?
What happens at the end of the programme?
How long do applications take?
When are decisions made?
What happens after I submit?
Can I reapply if I'm not accepted this time?
Will my application be kept confidential?
Are there any restrictions on the type of women's-health company you'll accept?
What if I'm partway through a fundraise when I apply?
What if my co-founder doesn't want to be named in the application?
What if my startup is in stealth?
Who can I contact if I have a question that isn't answered here?