All applications are reviewed by the program director and a group of Emerging Leaders alumni who serve as PALS (Peer Advising Leaders).

Following the initial screening, applicants will be notified of their status and may be invited to interview.

Applications will be available online beginning September 1st. If you have any questions or need any assistance with the application, please contact or stop by our office in Popp Martin Student Union Room 280 or call 704-687-LEAD (5323).

2026-2027 Timeline

• September 1st- Applications Open in Niner Engage
• September 30th - Application Closes
• October 1-8th - Application Review
• October 9th - Invitations to Interviews released
• October 14-22nd - Interviews
• October 26th - Selection Reveal!
• November 15th - EL Meet & Greet
• January 13th - April 21st - Weekly Wednesday Meetings [4pm to 6pm]
• January 29-30th - Off-Campus [Fundatory] Retreat*
• Program Graduation: April 24th - 10am

*Fundatory is fun activity with mandatory attendance.