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LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The Hilbert College Leadership Scholarship Program is an intensive four-year experience designed to assist recipients in developing and refining their leadership skills. Students engage in numerous experiential learning programs which allow them to become involved on campus and in the community in a meaningful way. The program uses a variety of methods to meet the unique learning styles of all participants. Workshops, distinguished speakers, service learning, and adventure-based programs are all essential components of the program.

Each year of the leadership program has a different focus. First-year participants will participate in a self-assessment designed to familiarize them with their strengths and areas for further development. In this first-year program, participants will take Introduction to Leadership (GS 160) and begin to form the foundational skills to assist them throughout their four years in the program. Sophomore participants explore leadership in group settings, developing an understanding of the diversity around them while building team skills. Juniors hone their professional skills and job readiness through an intensive program that includes resume writing, interview skills, job search techniques, and business etiquette. In the senior year, students focus on goal setting for their post-graduate professional and civic lives.

At all levels, students are expected to be involved in campus activities, clubs, and their community to put into practice the concepts they have learned.

Hilbert College Leadership Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:

  • Be a first-time college student entering in the fall semester

  • Achieve a high school average of an 83.0-89.9

  • Enroll at Hilbert as a full-time student status in a traditional academic program

  • Documented involvement in student government, clubs, employment, or community service activities in high school

Hilbert College Leadership Scholarship Recipient Requirements:

Curricular

  • Successfully complete GS 160 (Introduction to Leadership) in their first semester

  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher throughout their four years in the program

Co-Curricular

  • Perform 20 hours of volunteer service to their community during each academic year

  • Be involved in Student Government Association (SGA) or at least one SGA-sponsored student club or organization at Hilbert College

  • Collaboratively complete one service project annually in conjunction with a community partner and leadership peers.

Benefits:

  • $3,000/year scholarship ($1,500 per semester)

  • Special leadership development opportunities

  • Recognition as a Leadership Scholar as part of the student’s academic regalia at the commencement ceremony

Application Process:

Qualified students are invited to apply for the Leadership Scholarship upon acceptance to Hilbert College. To apply, students must complete an application and a one-to-two-page narrative, along with submitting two letters of recommendation. Upon submission of all materials, applicants are then invited to participate in a selection interview with the Dean of Students.

It is no secret that employers are seeking candidates who demonstrate problem-solving skills, team attitude, strong communication skills, and above all, leadership ability. The Leadership Scholarship Program is designed to support students as they develop these skills and positively contribute to the betterment of their community and to stand out in a competitive job market.