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LEDA Scholars Program

LEDA (Leadership Enterprise for a Diverse America)

Variesfully funded summer institute, not a cash award

LEDA brings together a community of student leaders for a completely free five-week residential program at Princeton University and Yale University that includes academic preparation for college, leadership training, college guidance support based on individual fit, SAT/ACT preparation, and a chance to experience life on a college campus. Eligibility: current high school juniors graduating in 2028, enrolled in a US public high school (low or no tuition private schools may qualify with confirmation), US citizen or permanent resident, cumulative unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above, and annual household income of $90,000 or below with assets considered. Part I of the application is due December 9, 2026; Part II follows in late February, with final notification in early April.

Eligibility: 11th · Class of 2028 · GPA 3.5+ · Need-based · All states

28 days leftDue 2026-12-09