- The candidate’s background will be reviewed by the LSI Selection Committee.
- All candidacies are vetted to ensure alignment with LSI’s eligibility criteria.
Selection Criteria
LSI is a fellowship for distinguished leaders who are at a point of transition toward a purposeful next chapter.
We welcome nominations, including self-nominations, of highly accomplished professionals who have begun or are nearing retirement from primary careers in any sector.
To be eligible for LSI, a candidate must demonstrate:
- At least two decades of senior-level leadership experience.
- A track record of significant professional accomplishment.
- A willingness to engage in deep, rigorous, and respectful open exchange with those who have differing perspectives.
- A proven commitment to address important societal issues, as illustrated through their career or volunteer leadership.
- A compelling vision for how participation in LSI will support a meaningful and impactful next chapter for the individual and for society.
Selection Process
Being considered for the LSI fellowship involves a three-step application process.
Note: There is no application fee for the LSI fellowship. English proficiency scores are not required for the selection process; however, international Fellows should be prepared to submit English proficiency scores as part of the visa process.
Step 1: Submit a Résumé or Personal Biography
Step 2: Complete an In-Depth Application
- If selected by the committee to move forward with the application process, a candidate will be asked to submit an in-depth application that includes:
- A personal Statement of Purpose of no more than 1,000 words explaining why the candidate is pursuing a next chapter of purpose for society and how the LSI experience can support their journey.
- Responses to four short answer questions.
- Contact information for two references who can attest to the nominee’s fitness for the fellowship experience.
Step 3: Participate in an Interview
- Individuals with successful applications are invited to present their candidacies through an interactive interview.
- Candidates have the opportunity to share their vision for how the fellowship will help to deepen their understanding of themselves and society as well as how their unique talents will bring value to the entire cohort.
Selection Timeline
2024-2025 Fellowship
January 12
Round 1 Submission
- Candidacy Deadline: January 12
- Select Candidates Invited to Submit Full Application: January 26
- Full Application Deadline: February 29
- Interviews: March 11-15
- Admission Decisions Released: April 1
February 16
Round 2 Submission
- Candidacy Deadline: February 16
- Select Candidates Invited to Submit Full Application: February 23
- Full Application Deadline: March 21
- Interviews: April 3-10
- Admissions Decisions Released: April 30
February 17 to June 15
Rolling Admissions
Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis if Fellowship spots remain. Candidates will be invited to go through the application and interview process on an individualized timeline.
2025-2026 Fellowship
November 15, 2024
Early admittance Deadline
January 6, 2025
Round 2 Deadline
February 15, 2025
Round 3 Deadline
February 16 – June 15 2025