Start Your Journey

Applications for the 2026-27 fellowship cycle open on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025.

View our fellowship overview to see if this opportunity is right for you.

Questions? Email kenanfellows@ncsu.edu.

Guidelines

  • Applications must be completed online.
  • You must submit written or video responses to the prompts and two letters of recommendation.
  • The first group of fellowship opportunities is listed in the table below. Additional opportunities will be announced in mid-to-late October and again in mid-to-late November.
  • Fellowships are offered in specific counties or districts. You must be an educator employed in one of the listed counties or districts. Click on the opportunities table to see all eligible districts.

Application Process

  1. Click the button below to register and begin your application.
  2. View the application guide for detailed instructions.

The Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership will never ask for personal financial information for processing stipends via email, phone, or text. 

Opportunities