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Leadership Enterprise for a Diverse America (LEDA) Scholars Program

DeadlineDecember
OpensSeptember
Grades11
Timeline7 Weeks: SUMMER ; Continued support through Senior Year and College

About this program

6-year leadership and college access program - For high-achieving, low-income high school juniors - Begins with the LEDA Aspects of Leadership Summer Institute, a 7-week fully funded residential program at Princeton University between junior and senior year - Focuses on leadership development, academic writing, SAT prep, and building a supportive peer community - Scholars receive individualized college guidance through senior year, including application support, essay feedback, and financial aid advising - Once in college, LEDA provides four years of ongoing mentoring, leadership development, networking opportunities, and career guidance - Covers all costs for travel, housing, meals, and materials

Who should apply

Strictly LI, Priority for Underrepresented Background

Application requirements

Essays: Yes. Letters of recommendation: Yes.

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