Aspire Leaders Program 2025

The Aspire Leaders Program welcomes limited-income and first-generation university students and recent graduates from around the world to join a free online interactive leadership development journey that is manageable along your other commitments. *Note program content is delivered in English.

• Table of Content
• About Aspire Institute
• Aspire Leaders Program
• Requirements for Aspire Leaders Program Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Aspire Leaders Program
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Aspire Leaders Program

Requirements for Aspire Leaders Program Qualification

This program is for limited-income or first-generation college students and recent graduates around the world. All applicants must meet the following criteria:

• 18-29 years old
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program or recently graduated but NOT enrolled in a postgraduate program or graduated from a postgraduate program
• Meet at least ONE of the following:
  • Come from a limited-income background
  • Be first-generation to attend university in their family

Interview date, Process and Venue for Aspire Leaders Program

The Aspire Leaders Program Journey

Module 1  3 Weeks

Personal & Professional Development

• Strengths-based leadership skills assessment. 
• Professional development resources co-created with Harvard Business School for creating a LinkedIn profile, crafting your resume, tips for interviewing, and how to network. 
• Live interactions among a global cohort of peers.

Module 2  5 Weeks

Aspire Horizons Course

Leadership development course designed and delivered by Harvard University faculty. 

Topics:

• Understanding Yourself as a Leader.
• Importance of Understanding Context and Building Trust
• Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence
• Addressing Community Challenges
• Being in Action in Your Communities Worldwide

Masterclasses  Offered Throughout the Program

Immersive Learning

• Synchronous sessions led by world-class educators from universities around the world. 
• Live learning and discussions with a global cohort of peers and mentors.

Extended Leadership Programs

Alumni gain access to a vibrant community of young leaders, mentors, and funding opportunities.

Learn More About Extended Leadership Programs

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Mastercard Foundation Scholars' Program at ALCHE 2027
Global Korea Scholarship 2027

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit Aspire Institute webpage