The Network School

A Startup Society

The Network School is a frontier community for techno-optimists. Our members include remote workers, digital nomads, online creators, personal trainers, self-improvers, event organizers, and engineers of all stripes. You should apply if you want to build yourself up while also building a startup society that bootstraps other startup societies.

We received 4,000+ applications from 80+ countries for the first Network School, but had capacity for only 128 members. Now, we’re reopening on March 1 with double the capacity on an island near Singapore. The most important difference from our first iteration is that we know we have enough demand to build a permanent cloud community. Thus, our #1 criteria for admission is finding pioneers who want to build with us over the long run.

If you're accepted to the Network School, membership starts at $1500/month with roommates, and includes everything from meals to gym to accommodations. We think of it as society-as-a-service.

And you might be our next member. If you want to join us, please do apply!

Learn

Weekly Talks by Top Founders

Past speakers include Vitalik Buterin (Ethereum), Jesse Pollak (Coinbase Base), Bryan Johnson (Don’t Die), Ryan Petersen (Flexport), Olaf Carson-Wee (Polychain), Haseeb Qureshi (Dragonfly), Eli-Ben Sasson (Starkware), and Sequoia India (Shailesh Lakhani).

Burn

Daily Workouts and Healthy Meals

Personal trainers maximize your fitness, while community chefs optimize your food. All you have to do is stay with us to stay in shape.


Earn

Work Remotely, but in a Community

Meet collaborators when you're heads up, and save money when you're heads down. With roommates, cut your all-in burn to $1500/month.

Fun

A Flexible Social Calendar

New events pop up every few days. Hang out with fellow techno-optimists from around the world, and visit Singapore next door.



  • Roommates

  • Private Room

Starting at $1,500

per month, with roommates

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FAQS

What is the current application process?

Please apply at ns.com/apply. You will receive a confirmation email
acknowledging your application.

What are the visa requirements?

We recommend: (a) Consulting online resources like Passport Index, (b) Confirming with your local consulate or embassy regarding visa requirements for entering Malaysia, and (c) Requesting an invitation letter from us after admission if needed.

What are the program expectations and curriculum format?

Learn:

There are three parts to our curriculum: (a) a speaker series on subjects across geopolitics and technology, (b) a recommended reading program, and (c) peer-to-peer learning.

The most valuable part of the Network School is the network. Talented members host workshops and give lectures on the subjects that they are proficient in and passionate about. A sample of a few events from the past can be found here.

Burn:

We offer daily workout classes and include three healthy, nutritious meals every day. We want you to achieve and maintain the best shape of your life while you're here.

Earn:

Network School provides society-as-as-service and minimizes friction to living a healthy, productive, and happy life. This enables members to focus on learning, working, and leveling up. We provide coworking space, high speed wifi, phone booths, and coffee as part of the membership fee. We also provide career counseling, visa assistance, and fundraising advice during office hours.

Are there health and wellness activities?

We offer multiple group workout sessions each day. In addition to official programming, members organize various events including yoga, meditation, dance, football, pickleball, and basketball.

Is food included in the membership?

Yes, we provide three meals per day.

Additional meals beyond our standard meal plan will be at your own expense.

What are the accommodation options for families?

If you are an accepted member who booked a private room, you are welcome to bring your partner with you at no additional cost. If you also have kids, you have two options. You can book a second private room for them subject to availability, or you can rent an additional bed from the hotel to put in your room with you.

Can I attend for a shorter duration?

The minimum membership duration is one month. New members arrive on the first of the month to attend orientation with their cohort.

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