How to Apply
The Snelling Center for Government invites members of the public, nonprofit and private sectors to apply for admission to the Vermont Leadership Institute.
The application process is highly competitive, with up to twenty-six associates selected on the basis of their professional achievements, demonstrated interest in the community, and potential for leadership.
Desired Applicant Qualities
- Committed to Vermont
- Curious about the issues facing Vermont
- Committed to learning and growing
- Value inquiry and dialogue
The Snelling Center is a non-partisan organization. As such, we encourage applicants from a variety of perspectives, and we welcome ideological diversity.
The VLI Class of 2013 will begin its training in September of 2012. Most session days take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with at least one overnight per session. Each session requires some advance preparation and some follow-up. Because of the interactive and interconnected nature of their time together, VLI Associates are expected to make a full time commitment to the program and to their own learning and development.
Tuition
Tuition with room and board for the 2012 – 2013 year is $7,500 for double occupancy, and $8,400 for single occupancy.
Information about Financial Aid
The Application Process
- Completion of the application by March 26, 2012.
- Submission of two letters of recommendation (details can be found in the application).
- Submission of a black and white headshot to colleen@snellingcenter.org
- Remittance of a nonrefundable $25 application fee.
- Participation in an interview (interviews occur in April and May 2012).
- Notification of your status in late May of 2012.
- Printable application process checklist (pdf)
Download the Application
- VLI 2012-2013 application (Word doc)
- Prefer to have the application mailed to you? Contact Colleen at the Snelling Center for Government, 802-859-3090, ext. 302, or colleen@snellingcenter.org
