CNBC-TV18.com
Published Oct 07, 2024
By Vivek Dubey
Stanford University tops the list with 4,214 alumni founders, who have collectively raised the most venture capital in the last decade, making it a startup hub.
Harvard University ranks second, with 3,716 alumni entrepreneurs. Its strong network and academic environment make it a key player in producing successful founders.
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) comes in third, boasting 2,834 alumni founders. Known for its focus on innovation, it attracts startup-driven graduates.
Columbia University has produced 1,885 venture-backed alumni entrepreneurs, placing it fourth. Its urban setting and resources foster a rich startup culture.
The University of California, Berkeley, is fifth with 1,804 alumni founders. Its tech-centric location near Silicon Valley makes it a fertile ground for startups.
The University of Pennsylvania follows closely, with 1,740 alumni entrepreneurs. Its established business programmes play a significant role in nurturing startups.
The University of Cambridge is the highest-ranking UK institution, with 1,391 alumni founders. Its focus on cutting-edge research drives entrepreneurial success.
Oxford University ranks second among UK institutions, with 1,307 alumni entrepreneurs. Its globally recognised programmes support the growth of future business leaders.
Northwestern University is ninth, with 1,286 venture-backed alumni founders. Its strong alumni network helps fuel startup opportunities for graduates.
New York University rounds out the top ten, producing 1,063 alumni founders. Its location in a global business hub provides resources for entrepreneurial growth.
The data for these top universities come from the 2024 Pitchbook list, reflecting the institutions whose alumni have raised the most venture capital in recent years.