Lott Leadership Institute for Rising 9th Graders
Program Dates
| Application deadline | Move in | Classes begin | End of the program |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 21, 2025 | May 24, 2026 | May 25, 2026 | June 5, 2026 |
Students must submit their completed application and required documents (detailed below) prior to November 21, 2025 to be considered by the selection committee.
Costs
The following costs will be charged only upon acceptance to the program:
- $150 non-refundable registration fee to reserve a space in the program. Due upon acceptance.
- $1,050 program fee due prior to arrival on campus
- Students selected to the Lott Leadership Institute for High School Students will receive a scholarship to help with the costs of room, board, tuition, and travel.
Additional costs:
- Estimated weekend meals/spending money: $50
Students selected to participate are strongly encouraged to fundraise the required funds themselves rather than paying out of pocket. This is a leadership-building exercise that is part of the program experience. Financial constraints should not be a deterrent to applying to and successful completion of the program. Please use our Fundraising Guide to help you get started.
What Students are Saying
Former participants have shared their feedback with us. Take a look!
“The program helped me realize what it really does take to be a leader, and I got to connect with peers throughout the entire state.”
“I got a taste of what it would be like to go to college; that definitely increased my knowledge and awareness so that when I get there, I will have had some experience.”
“I am walking out a more confident individual compared to when I walked in. I feel like I’ve had a little taste of college life due to the atmosphere and working on projects with friends.”