In our case, it was all about network. One of our co-founders is part of the fellowship program, Venture for America. Through VFA he made contacts, and those co

In our case, it was all about network. One of our co-founders is part of the fellowship program, Venture for America. Through VFA he made contacts, and those contacts have put us in touch with investors (those investors then help put you in touch with other investors). I would start reaching out to people in your network (professors, entrepreneurs at your school, executives you may know, anyone who you may have credibility, etc). Set meetings with them, and ask who if they know anyone who many be interested in investing. It's not an easy road, but if they connect you with enough people you may land some investors. Also, your first investor definitely plays a big role in determining your terms. Don't jump at the first person who offers you money.