Penn College Leadership Development Program
An Immersive Experience for Exceptional College Students
Guaranteed Momentum
Experience Highlights
Complete two strengths-based assessments to explore how personality types impact leadership styles.
Expand your network by meeting new community and corporate leaders.
Spend a day at the Capital to learn about leadership policies and processes used in government.
Appoint a new student each day to lead the group’s activities.
Take advantage of a Career Services session to improve your resume, interview skills, and portfolio.
Take on a culminating group challenge to apply your newly learned leadership skills.
Timeline
Here's what you can expect.
- Application opens December 2, 2025
- Application closes March 7, 2026.
- Selected participants will be notified by April 1, 2026.
- Those selected must commit by May 1, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is an ideal candidate for this opportunity?
Student leaders, ROTC cadets, club officers, and others interested in building leadership skills.
Where will students stay?
Participants will stay on campus in our residence halls.
How many students will be selected?
20 students will be chosen.
Is this program exclusively for Penn College students?
For 2026, we are limiting the participants to Penn College students. We may expand in the future.
How much does it cost?
There is no fee for attending this leadership program.
Who should I ask to be my referral?
Select a Penn College faculty/staff who can vouch for you and your leadership experience.