Overview

The Future Global Leaders (FGL) Fellowship is open to international students worldwide who wish to pursue undergraduate studies in the USA. This fellowship is aimed at highly ambitious first-year undergraduate students from underprivileged backgrounds who have demonstrated exceptional resilience and academic success. These students must be driven to become influential global leaders and understand that their impact on the world correlates with the power and influence they amass. The FGL Fellowship offers a range of invaluable opportunities to its recipients. The primary goal is to nurture their development and prepare them for membership in the Fortis Society. The Fortis Society aims to connect future leaders—united by merit rather than privilege—by establishing a powerful global network that will help them achieve unparalleled success, power, and influence. Upon completing the program, FGL Fellows join the Fortis Society, the world’s first private network of diverse leaders committed to supporting one another’s success and improving the world. Our FGL Fellows are currently excelling in fields like finance, entrepreneurship, politics, international affairs, computer science, engineering, and more. The fellowship officially begins in early August with a mandatory 20-day leadership training that combines an intense curriculum with physical and mental challenges in the wilderness, fostering both leadership skills and strong peer relationships.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants to the Fortis Society must meet the following criteria:

• Have completed an outstanding undergraduate degree through full scholarships or grants, and/or gained significant work experience;
• Come from modest backgrounds or have demonstrated resilience in overcoming challenges (e.g., low-income family, first-generation higher education graduate, migrant, etc.);
• Have a proven track record of professional success (in areas such as entrepreneurship, activism, etc.), showcasing the potential to make a substantial positive impact.

Successful candidates must demonstrate:

• Empathy and a spirit of selflessness;
• Resilience and strong character;
• Excellence in their professional pursuits;
• Unwavering ambition;
• A clear, practical vision and strategy for achieving their goals.

Upon joining the Fortis Society, successful candidates commit to the Honor Pledge, which obligates each member to:

• Uphold the Society’s values and principles;
• Strive for greater influence;
• Support fellow members through mutual solidarity;
• Contribute to strengthening the Fortis Society;
• Create meaningful, positive change.

Application Procedure

1. Visit the official website to understand the program's goals and expectations.
2. Access the honorary pledge, resume template, and sample application form.
3. Complete all required documentation, showcasing your achievements, ambitions, and leadership potential.
4. Use the official application link to apply before the deadline.

What Financial Support is Available?

• All expenses for the fellowship are fully funded.

Hear from Alumni

Here are some examples of alumni stories for the Future Global Leaders (FGL) Fellowship:

1. Asha Patel – A Rising Star in International Affairs
   Asha Patel, a first-generation immigrant from India, joined the FGL Fellowship after earning a full scholarship to pursue her undergraduate degree in Political Science. Raised in a low-income household, Asha overcame numerous obstacles, including language barriers and financial constraints, to achieve academic excellence. Through the FGL Fellowship, Asha developed the leadership skills and network necessary to excel in the field of international diplomacy. She is now an advisor at the United Nations, working on global climate change initiatives. Asha credits the Fellowship for teaching her resilience, providing mentorship, and equipping her with the tools to influence global policy.

2. Carlos Ramirez – Entrepreneurial Visionary in Tech
   Carlos Ramirez grew up in a small town in Mexico with limited access to education. After securing a full scholarship to study computer science in the USA, Carlos faced many challenges, including adjusting to a new culture and balancing academic pressures. As an FGL Fellow, he gained invaluable leadership training and connected with like-minded peers from around the world. He later founded a successful tech startup that focuses on providing affordable educational resources to underprivileged communities. Carlos believes that the FGL Fellowship gave him the confidence to pursue his ambitious goals and taught him the importance of leveraging influence to create social change.

3. Emily Zhang – Advocate for Social Justice and Equality
   Emily Zhang, originally from a working-class family in China, became the first in her family to attend university in the US. As an FGL Fellow, she was mentored by industry leaders in activism and social justice. Emily has since become a prominent voice in advocating for gender equality and minority rights in the tech industry. She currently works with several NGOs, pushing for policy reforms to ensure equal representation for women and underrepresented groups in leadership roles. Emily attributes much of her success to the FGL Fellowship’s emphasis on empathy, resilience, and using one’s voice for meaningful change.

4. Derrick Thompson – Political Leader in Africa
   Derrick Thompson, a native of Nigeria, joined the FGL Fellowship after earning a scholarship to study economics in the USA. His background in community leadership and his desire to transform economic opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa led him to pursue a career in politics. Today, Derrick serves as a member of the Nigerian Parliament, where he advocates for policies that promote sustainable economic development and education. The leadership training and global network he gained through the FGL Fellowship were pivotal in shaping his vision and empowering him to tackle large-scale challenges in his home country.

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