GE Foundation Scholar-Leaders Program

Who can apply?

All post-secondary students are scholars—including those in engineering, business, management and technology. All scholars have the potential to be leaders.

If you are in your first year of study in engineering, technology, business, finance, management, or economics and you are attending a participating university then you could qualify for the GE Foundation Scholar-Leaders program. Because the GE Foundation Scholar-Leaders program is tailored to meet the post-secondary goals of each participating region, the specific qualification criteria vary for each participating country. For example, the program in India is primarily for Master’s students at this time, though some undergraduate students are also selected.

To find out about the GE Foundation Scholar-Leaders qualification requirements in your region go to the applicants page and select the region in which you will be attending university.

Applicants

The GE Foundation Scholar-Leaders program is offered in 14 countries around the world. The program has been tailored to meet the education needs, goals and local conditions in each participating country. Select the region in which you will be attending university to find the specific application requirements, dates, and other information you will need to apply for the GE Foundation Scholar-Leaders program.

Am I a Scholar?

Yes, you are a scholar. All students who meet the academic requirements of their university are scholars. That includes engineering, technology, and business students.

The Scholar-Leaders program is available to students who are in their first year of undergraduate study and who are doing well. Academic requirements vary in each region.
If you are in a business, management, finance, engineering or technology-based program at a participating university, you should apply.

Am I a Leader?

That is a question we want to help you answer positively. There are many definitions of a leader. Here are just a few: Leaders bring people together. Leaders have vision, confidence and integrity. A leader never gives up. A leader is not afraid to take a risk or to try new ideas. A leader has compassion and strength. Leaders give back to their communities.

The Scholar-Leaders program will help you develop your leadership skills.

Find out how to apply.