About BYU Cougar Capital

Cougar Capital is a student-run venture capital and private equity evergreen fund run by 2nd-year MBA students at the Marriott School at Brigham Young University. Cougar Capital partners with venture capital and private equity firms and becomes a member of the syndicate team conducting due diligence on potential investments. When appropriate, Cougar Capital will co-invest with the industry partners in the deal. Started in 2005, Cougar Capital has produced alumni currently working in private equity, venture capital, investment banking, and award-winning entrepreneurial startups. Forbes magazine recently designated Cougar Capital as one of the most innovative business classes in America.

Investment Details

Investment Range
Not specified
Investment Stage
Various stages
Industry Focus
Education, Climate, Finance (+3 more)
Investor Type
Private Equity Firm, Venture Capital

Investment Focus

Focus Areas
Climate Education Finance Fintech IoT +3 more
Investment Stages
Early Stage, Early Stage Venture, Late Stage Venture, Private Equity, Seed