Introduction


Thank you for your interest in participating in the Leadership Council San Mateo County 10-month immersion program. Before you apply, please confirm that you are able to attend all Learning Days including the mandatory opening session on September 11 and 12, 2025 from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm on both days. Click here for the Learning Day schedule.

Please note that in addition to the Learning Days, required pre-work and small-group project time is 3-4 hours per month.

The Class of 2026 application deadline is May 1, 2025.

The application process for the program is competitive, and we receive more applications than we have spots available. We encourage you to submit a thoughtful and complete application. Your responses should reflect your interest in participating in the program. Thank you again for your time and interest in Leadership Council SMC programs.

We are available to answer any question you have about the application. Please contact Isabella Brown for assistance: isabella.brown@leadershipcouncilsmc.org

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