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 May 28, 2024.

APPLICATION TIMELINE

January – March 2024:

There will be information sessions for YLB Class XXXVIII 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 2024:

The YLB Class XXXVIII Selection Committee will review applications. LBF is committed to cultural and economic diversity and considers all students who have demonstrated leadership skills and talents.

Early May 2024:

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

May 14, 2024:

Accepted students must attend program orientation.

Tuition
The program costs $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 applying. If not accepted, the $25 application fee will be refunded. The final payment must be paid in full by May 13, 2024.

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