YLB APPLICATION PROCESS

Step 1: Complete the online application.

Step 2: Download and submit 2 Reference Forms or if you wish to complete the Reference Form virtually – share this link with your 2 References. (https://www.leadershipbroward.org/ylb-reference/) Your References should be to an adult who knows you well, other than a parent or relative (i.e., teacher, administrator, mentor, minister, rabbi, employer, coach, etc.).

Step 3: Complete and submit the School and Parent/Guardian Consent Form.

Step 4: Complete Financial Assistance Form (if applicable).

Step 5: Pay the $25 application fee by clicking HERE.

All of the application materials must be completed and emailed to apply@leadershipbroward.org by or before Friday, May 26, 2023.

APPLICATION TIMELINE

January – March 2023:

There will be information sessions for YLB Class XXXVII at individual schools as requested.  Please ask your school to contact Andrew Zullo at 954-767-8866 or andrew@leadershipbroward.org if you would like someone to come and talk to current sophomores about the program.

April 2023:

Applications will be reviewed by the YLB Class XXXVII Selection Committee. LBF is committed to cultural and economic diversity and considers all students who have demonstrated leadership skills and talents.

Early May 2023:

An email will be sent to all applicants notifying them of their acceptance status.

June 6, 2023:

Accepted students must attend a mandatory program orientation.

Tuition
The cost of the program is $975 and covers all program costs, including bus transportation and lunch on each of the days. Financial aid is available based on need. A $25 application fee is due when submitting the application. If not accepted, the $25 application fee will be refunded. The final payment must be paid in full by June 5, 2023.

How to Apply
The YLB program application can be found HERE. Contact us at (954) 767-8866 or apply@leadershipbroward.org with any questions.