Overview: The Mount Vernon Leadership Fellows program is a highly selective six-week summer program for rising college juniors who want to spend their summer building leadership skills, networking with established leaders in Washington, DC, and developing a personalized capstone project that allows them to take action as a leader in an area they are passionate about. Fellows have the opportunity to meet and learn from current leaders in government, journalism, business, and nonprofit sectors.
Students who meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply:
- Currently enrolled college sophomore in good standing
- Proven leadership ability and involvement
- All majors welcome
- Demonstrated interest in proposed capstone project
- Cumulative GPA of 3.4 or higher
- Current U.S. Citizen
For more information: Visit the Mount Vernon Leadership Fellows website.