Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Aspire Leaders Program. 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.
ELIGIBILITY
- 18-29 years old
- Limited-income background or first-generation to attend university
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program or recently graduated; not a postgraduate student or graduate of a postgraduate 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.
DEADLINE: July 9, 2025
To apply and for more information, visit here