Need some advice. I'm 19, working on my own fintech startup. Should I apply to Ycombinator or finish high school first? The prototype is basically ready, but the Winter 2018 YC is taking place while I have school. What should I do?

how do you apply for Ycombinator?

give me your discord username, lets chat in details about this

Go ahead and apply. If you don’t get it it’s great experience. If you do get it crush a GED program in a few weeks and get on with it.

@jeeper HOW TO APPLY? PLS

@ewpratten HOW TO APPLY?

@SukMikeHok whats your name on Discord? I will tell you there

It will be quicker here: just visit YC website, there is a button to join. Then simply follow instructions

@SukMikeHok use the duck, channel the duck (or google or if you are a heathen bing)

It’s impressive that you’re balancing a fintech startup and school at 19—kudos to you! If your prototype is ready and you believe it has strong potential, applying to Y Combinator could be a life-changing opportunity. YC offers invaluable mentorship, funding, and networking that could fast-track your startup’s success.

However, consider whether you can handle both commitments. If finishing high school is non-negotiable for personal or family reasons, explore deferring YC while continuing to refine your prototype. Remember, YC will be there in future cycles, but your startup momentum and readiness are critical factors.