2025 Aspire Leaders Program

The Aspire Leaders Program is a free leadership development program for low-income, first-generation college students around the globe.

You're invited to join a FREE 9-week online program featuring Harvard faculty-led content alongside other inspiring young leaders like you from around the world. 

Commit just 3-5 hours per week to:

  • Learn from world-class educators and thought leaders

  • Join an exclusive network of rising global changemakers

  • Access grants and seed funding for your academic pursuits and social impact projects

  • Gain mentorship from inspiring global leaders

  • Develop career development skills and connections

  • Network and build lasting relationships with purpose-driven leaders worldwide

You’re eligible and will be accepted if you are:

  • 18-29 years old

  • A first-generation college students or recent graduate (meaning neither of your parents completed a bachelor’s level degree)

  • Currently enrolled in college or university or recently graduated (within the last three years) and not enrolled in a graduate program

Take 10 minutes to apply - no essays, recommendations, or resumes needed. Your potential is all we need to see.