Ed Leader
Fellowship: leaders of transformation
The Google & GSV Ed Leader Fellowship unites architects of transformation for K-12 and higher education leaders. The program fosters a global community dedicated to driving systemic change through collaboration, innovation, and impact.
Leaders shaping the future of education
The fellowship is your opportunity to deploy a transformational project that will positively impact your institution.
Make your impact
Each Fellow designs and executes a "Transformational Opportunity" (TO) – a high-impact project targeting a specific challenge. This year-long incubator transforms theoretical concepts into actionable, scalable plans designed to benefit the broader community.
Showcase your Project
Present your transformational opportunity in a virtual showcase with your cohort colleagues and at a GSV / Bett conference (optional).
The Fellow’s Path: From Application to Impact
The program functions as a year-long incubator, guiding Fellows through distinct phases of development to ensure their ideas achieve maximum impact.
1. Identify a problem of practice
Utilize the program’s resources and research to pinpoint a specific challenge within your local educational context.
2. Move from vision to reality
Using the program’s cutting-edge technology and mentorship, turn your ideas into an actionable plan, supported by peer collaboration and expert feedback.
3. Refine & scale
Implement your Transformational Opportunity and evaluate its success. Refine your approach and find sustainable ways to scale the impact of your project.
Who is GSV?
GSV is a global learning and workforce innovation platform committed to the belief that all people deserve equal access to the future. Through the ASU+GSV Summit powered by Hyve & Bett, GSV convenes educators, technologists, entrepreneurs, investors, philanthropic leaders, and policymakers to advance solutions that improve learning and increase opportunity at scale—and, in joining forces with Bett, GSV has expanded their global reach to a community of 100,000+ attendees annually across 4 continents, spanning 130+ countries and 70+ ministries of education.
Get access to high-impact leadership tools and opportunities
The fellowship provides high-impact leadership tools and a prestigious stage for peer exchange. You’ll tackle critical, systems-level challenges through exclusive seminars, executive coaching, mentorship, collaborative problem-solving, and strategic insight.
Collaborative problem-solving
Work closely with other change agents and education leaders to find innovative solutions to critical issues.
Mentorship & development
The fellowship provides the cutting-edge technology and mentorship necessary to develop a solution to the challenge you identify.
Strategic insight
Tap in to the expertise of both Google for Education and Global Silicon Valley for a comprehensive perspective on the future of education.
Exclusive seminars
Join senior leaders around the world at exclusive events covering timely topics like the future of education, the instructional impact of edtech, and AI.
Is the fellowship right for you?
The fellowship is designed for executive-level leaders who hold institutional decision-making authority. The goal of the fellowship is for leaders to not only solve a problem in their own institution but to create a scalable model for the global education community. Watch the welcome videos to see how.
How to apply
Admission to the fellowship is currently via a joint invitation from Google and GSV. Selected candidates are asked to complete a short application detailing their "Transformational Opportunity" and submit a 2-3 minute video sharing their vision for innovation. This is your chance to highlight how your specific leadership role enables you to enact long-term, structural change.
See what education leaders are saying
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“The fellowship brought together educators, technologists, entrepreneurs, and policy leaders in a way that broke down silos and sparked real collaboration. This opportunity to learn new technical and adaptive skills strengthened my thinking and accelerated my growth as a district leader.”
Dr. Hoa Tu
Superintendent of Queens North High Schools, New York -
“The fellowship created a powerful space for learning with other educators leading at the forefront of education and technology, fueling innovative ideas to elevate the quality of learning for students.”
Jessica Sie
Chief Academic Officer, Zeta Charter Schools, New York -
“The fellowship provided thought partnership with national leaders across diverse contexts which sharpened my vision and deepened my resolve to lead innovation in New York City with equity, urgency, and purpose.”
Gary Beidleman
Superintendent, Manhattan High Schools, New York City Public Schools -
“There is a different kind of energy in the room when leaders come together not just to solve today’s challenges, but to imagine what’s possible tomorrow. That forward-looking work sparks innovation, purpose, and momentum for the future we are building.”
Dr. Kesia E. McCoy,
Superintendent, Fairfield Local Schools, Ohio
Get inspired by past fellows
Learn more about what to expect from the Google and GSV Ed Leadership Fellowship, and see how it can help you develop as a champion for change.
2023-24 Cohort Lookbook
Explore insights and resources on topics like how to improve instruction with AI, empowering students with smarter assessment systems, and much more.
2024-25 Cohort Lookbook
Explore themes on using AI in education for everything from improving communication to supporting authentic learning and more.
Fellowship experiences
Hear what the previous leaders have shared from their experiences with the fellowship.
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Find answers to common questions about the Google & GSV Ed Leadership Fellowship
Yes. Full attendance at all virtual and in-person events is mandatory. Because cohort engagement and community-building are critical to the program's success, submitting your application serves as a formal commitment that you will participate in all scheduled events.
There is no fee to participate in the program itself, but the Fellowship does not cover personal travel expenses. Selected Fellows must self-fund all travel, lodging, parking, and any meals outside of the official group dining windows during the in-person convenings.
Selected Fellows gain access to a curated leadership curriculum spanning virtual meetings, in-person summits, and the annual ASU+GSV Summit. The fellowship experience delivers:
- Peer-to-peer coaching: Structured 1:1 partnerships with other education executives to support long-term instructional and leadership impact.
- Global networking: Dedicated community-building events with senior education leaders from across the country and around the world.
- Exclusive keynotes and seminars: Access to high-level briefings on timely industry trends, including AI in education, measuring edtech ROI, and equity in digital learning.
- Executive roundtables: Collaborative, open discussions focused on solving the most critical operational and systemic challenges facing education today.
- Google roadmap previews: Early access and beta insights into upcoming Google for Education features, software tools, and product rollouts.
For a detailed breakdown of the specific curriculum tracks, review the official K-12 Ed Leader Fellowship Overview or the Higher Ed Leader Fellowship Overview documents.
The 2026–2027 Fellowship cohort is strictly by invitation only. Candidates are directly selected and invited by the Google for Education leadership team and GSV. Open public applications are not accepted for this cohort cycle.
If you are not part of the current Fellowship cohort, you can access similar high-level networking and professional development through Google’s open leadership networks. Consider joining the global Ed Leadership Program (ELP) Community Hub for continuous executive collaboration, or register for local ELP Circles to participate in regional peer-led workshops.