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Atento Capital University Investment Fellows Program
Atento Capital University Investment Fellows Program is Atento Capital's fellowship offering hands-on VC experience for students.
- Application state
- Accepting
Overview
What Atento Capital University Investment Fellows Program offers
What Atento Capital University Investment Fellows Program is
Atento Capital is a Tulsa, Oklahoma-based venture capital firm founded in 2020 and backed by the George Kaiser Family Foundation. Since founding, the firm has deployed $500M+ in venture capital, invested in 35 venture funds and studios, and built a portfolio of 66+ companies. The University Investment Fellows Program is an 8-month program (July-February) paying $500/month with additional bonuses up to $1,000 for sourcing startups that participate in the Annual University Pitch Competition. Fellows commit 5-10 hours per week plus 4 weekend intensives in Tulsa (July orientation, August launch, January finals with investment deadline). Fellows complete the GoingVC industry-leading VC training program, conduct campus outreach and startup sourcing (September-December), and participate in the firm's investment process. The program culminates in the Annual University Pitch Competition in Tulsa, where the most promising student-sourced startups pitch for investment.
Operational profile
Program status and context
Program status describes the program itself. Application availability and deadlines remain separate.
- Operational status
- Active
- Program type
- Fellowship
- Host organization
- Atento Capital University Investment Fellows
- Last reviewed
- March 16, 2026
Terms and economics
Published program terms
- Investment
- $500,000,000
- Stipend
- $500
- Price
- Free
- Compensation
- Stipend
Compensation and economics
$500/month stipend (July-February). Up to $1,000 bonus for sourced startups. GoingVC training program. 4 weekend intensives in Tulsa (travel covered).
Focus and fit
Who the program is for
Program thesis
Atento Capital focuses on empowering the next generation of venture capitalists through hands-on experience in sourcing and evaluating startups. The program aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical venture capital experience, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in the investment landscape.
Eligibility
Enrolled in undergraduate or graduate degree-granting program at a US university. US-wide recruitment.
Selection approach
The program is open to students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate degree-granting programs at US universities. Applications can be submitted through the program's website.
- Stages
- Seed
- Regions
- United States
- Audience
- Students
Format and cadence
How participation works
- Presence
- Hybrid
- Main location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
- Duration
- 32 weeks
- Cohorts per year
- 1
- Engagement
- Part Time
Delivery model
The program is hybrid, allowing for both in-person and remote participation. Weekend intensives will take place in Tulsa.
Participation expectations
Fellows are expected to commit 5-10 hours per week, along with attending 4 weekend intensives in Tulsa.
Availability and engagement
Application timing and route
- Application state
- Accepting
- Admissions
- Open
Published timeline
The program runs for 8 months from July to February, with a commitment of 5-10 hours per week and 4 weekend intensives.
Application considerations
Applicants should demonstrate a strong interest in venture capital and a willingness to engage with the startup ecosystem. Highlight any relevant experience or coursework in your application.
Value and support
What participation may provide
Publicly described support is context, not a guarantee of current delivery or future benefit.
What participants may receive
$500/month stipend (July-February). Up to $1,000 bonus for sourced startups. GoingVC training program. 4 weekend intensives in Tulsa (travel covered). Campus sourcing experience. Annual pitch competition participation.
Outcomes and track record
What the public record shows
Historical activity and reported outcomes provide context, not a guarantee of future results.
Reported outcomes
$500M+ deployed since 2020. 35 venture funds invested. 66+ portfolio companies. Annual University Pitch Competition.
Common questions
Program details at a glance
Atento Capital University Investment Fellows Program is published in Upseed as a fellowship program hosted by Atento Capital University Investment Fellows. Upseed treats the Program and its host Organization as separate records so each can have its own status and sources.
Source and update disclosure
Know what this page is based on
Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
March 16, 2026
Known limits
Terms, deadlines, and application states can change. Confirm current details at the published destination before acting. Upseed does not yet classify every Program destination as official.
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