Apply here for the Stanford Impact Leaders (SIL) Prize

The $20,000 SIL Prize is awarded to up to five outstanding graduating GSB students who are committed to joining an existing high-impact organization in the next chapter of their careers. 

SIL Prize Benefits

• A high visibility $20K prize available before graduation
• Participation in community of GSB social innovators
• Loan forgiveness when eligible through the GSB Financial Aid Office

Who can apply?

• MBA2s and MSx students graduating in Fall 2025 or the Winter, Spring Summer of 2026. 
• Students receiving a dual degree or in a dual study program are eligible to apply only once.
  • If finishing their program mid-year, they can apply in the winter before completing their studies, or they can apply in the winter after finishing their studies.
  • Students finishing such a program a year after Stanford graduation are eligible to apply only in the winter when they are completing their dual degree or dual study program.
• Students committed to focusing on social or environmental impact in the next phase of their careers, regardless of sector. Proof of employment or relevant activity is required after graduation.
• Applying for the SIL Prize excludes students from applying for the Stanford Impact Founders (SIF) fellowship.

Application Deadline: 

• February 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM Application Deadline

Click here for a read-only copy of the full application.