President's Leadership Program (PLP) Application

• Which collegePresident's Leadership Program (PLP) Application - UNC Scholarship Application
• Who can applyStudents eligible to apply include: Current first year students who will begin their sophomore year in Fall 2026 Transfer students starting at UNC in Summer or Fall 2026 who expect to complete at least 2 years of coursework at UNC Incoming first-year students who begin their studies at UNC in Fall 2026 Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at the time of application and maintain a 3.0 throughout their participation in the program.
• Who can applyThe President's Leadership Program ( PLP ) is a two year, nine-credit leadership development experience for undergraduate students who want to strengthen their leadership skills both inside and outside of the classroom and make a positive impact in their communities. PLP Scholars receive an annual $3,000 scholarship each year they participate in the program.
• Who can applyStudents eligible to apply include: Current first year students who will begin their sophomore year in Fall 2026 Transfer students starting at UNC in Summer or Fall 2026 who expect to complete at least 2 years of coursework at UNC Incoming first-year students who begin their studies at UNC in Fall 2026 Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at the time of application and maintain a 3.0 throughout their participation in the program. Selected students will begin the PLP program in Fall 2026.
• Who can applyPLP participants will engage in cohort-based coursework and co-curricular workshops and receive an annual scholarship of at least $3,000. PLP views leadership as a contribution to the community, not simply as a personal trait, and prepares students to be effective, ethical leaders in multiple settings. PLP is a collaboration between Student Affairs (Office of Community Scholars) and Academic Affairs. UNC is also a proud member of the Colorado Leadership Alliance.
• Who can applyLearn more: https://denverleadership.org/colorado-leadership-alliance/ Program Requirements PLP scholars complete 9 credits of leadership courses with their cohort: LEAD 100, LEAD 200, and either LEAD 492 or LEAD 497 (completed within two years). Students may choose to complete the full Leadership Certificate by taking one additional leadership course (12 credits total). The PLP scholarship helps cover the cost of the required courses and provides additional recognition for students' leadership commitment.
• Who can applyLearn more about the leadership courses: UNC Course Catalog - LEAD (hyperlink to https://unco.smartcatalogiq.com/en/current/undergraduate-catalog/course-descriptions/lead-leadership) In addition, PLP scholars will: Attend 1-3 PLP workshops per semester Participate in a UNC or community organization Engage in peer and professional mentorship opportunities In their final semester in PLP , help plan leadership training events and deliver a leadership presentation to other UNC students.
• Who can applyWhat You'll Learn By completing PLP , students will be able to: Describe and explain diverse ideologies and cultural perspectives of differing leadership styles, theories, and models of leadership and followership. Analyze, develop, and communicate modes of effective leadership in multiple settings (small teams, community groups, organizations). Evaluate the ethical use of power, including the role of justice in different leadership contexts. Integrate lived experiences into their personal leadership toolkit and develop leadership capabilities.
• Who can applyBy submitting an application, the applicant consents to staff conducting a student disciplinary record check, confirming eligibility information (e.g. cumulative GPA , financial aid information, credits completed, etc.), and communicating these results and information with PLP stakeholders and donors as needed.

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1 February 2027

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