A week-long dynamic and business-focused leadership development program held in June.

    Here’s your chance to be exposed to a variety of career industries and connect with business professionals as you develop your leadership skills for the future.

    Each day of the Summer Youth Leadership Institute (SYLI@Goizueta), you will explore different facets of the business world and specific industries through interactive workshops with passionate professionals, networking opportunities and corporate insights.


    SYLI 2024 Agenda

    Our Sponsors

    Thank you to our SYLI sponsors and partners:

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    Student Commitments

    If you’re one of the 75 students accepted to attend SYLI@Goizueta, get ready for a robust, life-changing week!

    There is a $395 registration fee to attend SYLI, however we have financial support available for any student accepted to attend.


    Stay on Campus

    Students accepted to attend SYLI will spend a week at Emory University – sleeping in the dormitories, eating in the dining halls, and engaging with peers and professionals in workshops both on campus and at the offices of corporate partners. SYLI 2025 will take place Sunday, June 1 – Friday, June 6, 2025.

    Prepare in Advance

    Students accepted to attend a summer leadership institute will attend an in-person summer orientation in April to learn about 21st Century Leaders’ programs and community, start making connections with peers from across the state, and begin or continue growing as a leader! If accepted, please take note of registration and confirmation deadlines.

    Participate

    Being part of 21st Century Leaders and attending a summer leadership institute is a special experience. If selected, get ready to network with diverse peers, passionate professionals and encouraging alumni. Take the opportunity from 21CL’s programs to learn, listen, grow and develop into the leader we believe you can be!

    How to Apply

    Students interested in attending a summer leadership institute must submit an application to their institute of choice. There are a limited number of spots for each institute; students not selected to attend will be added to our waitlist.

    Application FAQs

    • Must be a rising sophomore, junior or senior in high school and live in the state of Georgia.
    • Application for 21st Century Leaders’ summer leadership institutes is open January 6 – March 1, 2025.
    • While completing the 21st Century Leaders application, you will select one of our summer leadership institutes to apply for. An application is required for both new students and for current 21CL students.
    • Students who are not yet in 21st Century Leaders must also have a teacher or supervisor submit our Recommendation Form to supplement their application.
    • All summer leadership institutes are residential programs on a college campus.
    • All students accepted into a summer institute will be notified via email. Email is 21CL’s primary form of communication. Please be sure to check your junk or spam folders.
    • The application requirement for SYLI includes a virtual interview.
    • If accepted to attend SYLI, there is a $395 registration fee, however we have financial aid available and will never turn away a student! Don’t let financial concerns keep you from applying. If accepted, we will provide information about how to request financial support in April. There is no cost to apply.

    Ready to apply? The application for SYLI is open now through March 1, 2025.


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    RECOMMEND A STUDENT

    What Our Students Say About SYLI

    “I would recommend this program to others because it teaches a lot of important skills and establishes a mock professional environment. These lessons are also taught in an engaging and stimulating way. Furthermore, all of the kids that join are amazing. I think anyone would make great connections in this program because of how friendly and dedicated everyone is.”
    Gwen J., Innovation Academy
    Gwen J., Innovation Academy
    “SYLI is a fun and engaging program that takes place in a college setting with many team building exercises, informational speaking sessions, important leaders, and students with similar interests. It gives you the opportunity to network with people that may have very great opportunities that can benefit your future or career.”
    Andres G., New Manchester HS
    Andres G., New Manchester HS
    “After participating in 21st Century Leaders’ SYLI, I would describe this program to others as a wonderful program that has taught me how to work well with others, develop leadership skills, and introduced me to new jobs in various industries!”
    Jovanna R., Whitewater HS
    Jovanna R., Whitewater HS
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