Aspire Institute Leaders Program 2026

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.

• Table of Content
• About Aspire Institute
• Aspire Institute Leadership Program
• Aim and Benefits of Aspire Institute Leadership Program
• Requirements for Aspire Institute Leadership Program Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Aspire Institute

In October 2021 the Aspire Institute was launched as a spin off from Harvard as an independent non-profit. The Aspire Institute replaced the Crossroads Emerging Leaders Program.

Aspire Institute Leadership Program

Application Deadline	21 Jan 2026
Type	Fellowship
Sponsor	Aspire Institute
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of Aspire Institute Leadership Program

• Mentorship
• Funding Opportunites 
• Having access to Vibrant Communities to enhance networking after the program 

Requirements for Aspire Institute Leadership Program Qualification

• 18-29 years old
• Limited-income background or first-generation to attend university
• Currently enrolled in a university program or graduated from a university program
• Now, we will also be accepting learners who have graduated from or are Currently enrolled in a postgraduate university program 

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Application Deadline

January 21, 2026

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Aspire Institute on engage.aspireleaders.org to apply

For more details, visit Aspire Institute webpage