Financial Fellowship
A Premier Program for School Finance Leadership
About the Fellowship
Strong financial leadership is the foundation of sustainable, high-quality charter schools. The Florida Charter Institute (FCI) is launching the Financial Fellowship, a premier program designed to prepare exceptional finance leaders who will safeguard school sustainability, protect taxpayer dollars, and strengthen Florida’s charter sector.
Why this Fellowship
Charter schools face unique funding challenges, from cash flow management to facilities financing. Without strong financial oversight, schools risk instability that can impact students and communities. The Fellowship closes this gap by building a pipeline of financial leaders committed to school success.
Program Highlights
- Cohort-based professional development
- Face-to-face training with leading national finance and real estate experts
- In-person and virtual training with experienced finance experts
- Real-world case studies and mentorship
Who Should Apply
- Experienced finance professionals ready to enter the charter sector
- Current charter school staff with financial aptitude and leadership potential
- Aspiring charter school financial leaders
Key Dates
Applications for the inaugural cohort were open from October – December, 2025.
Any applications received after December 3, 2025 will be considered for our second cohort which will begin in October, 2026.
Apply
Feel free to apply to be considered for the second cohort of Financial Fellows, to begin in October, 2026.
