Hey students! Are you interested in building your civic and fiscal skillset?
The Up to Us Leadership Network civic leaders cohort is now accepting applications for its 2025-2026 program. This national program brings together 100 students across the country to explore fiscal policy, civic leadership, and organizing for public good.
Through a six-month experience that includes engaging workshops, a regional cohort, and an all-expenses-paid convening in Washington, D.C., you’ll gain tools to lead, connect with peers and experts, and build your public leadership skills.
Open to students from undergraduate students from any institution located in the following metro areas
Atlanta, D.C., Boston, Chicago, Salt Lake City, Dallas, and the Bay Area
Paid opportunity (travel stipends) + free travel to D.C.
The Up to Us Leadership Network civic leaders cohort — led by Campus Compact and made possible through generous funding by the Peter G. Peterson Foundation — brings together undergraduate students from across the country to participate in national virtual trainings and regional in-person learning opportunities. Over the course of six months, participants will be equipped with the vital knowledge and skills they need to advocate for policy change.
Applications close on November 7th!
Up to Us Leadership Network civic leaders cohort Informational Session to be hosted on November 5th 1:00-2:00PM EST. This informational session will go over the goals, timeline, and structure of this program. Questions about the application to join the cohort will also be answered