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Y Combinator sponsorship rates
What @ycombinator can charge for a mention, a 60-second integration and a dedicated video, estimated from the last 50 uploads.
Y Combinator
@ycombinator
Average Views
98K
Subscribers
2M
Niche
Education, Career & Productivity
Country
US Premium
Pre-roll Mention
15-30 second shoutout at the start of a video
Low Ball
$979.00
Fair Market
$1,763.00
Aggressive
$2,743.00
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With 2.29M subscribers pulling ~98K avg views, Y Combinator delivers a massive, highly engaged audience of aspiring founders and tech talent that sponsors in SaaS, career platforms, and productivity tools can’t ignore.
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Its Education/Career niche paired with Tier 1 Premium status means sponsors reach decision-makers and high-intent buyers—think startup tools, online courses, or recruiting services—willing to pay the $2,939 fair-market rate for a 60-second spot.
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The YC brand itself adds instant credibility, turning sponsorships into trusted recommendations that convert well among ambitious viewers actively building careers or companies.
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