The deadline for applications  has been extended to Wednesday, Dec. 4. Before applying, be sure to check your availability for the 2025 session dates below. The first session is required to participate in the program. The application contains some essay-type questions which are designed to provide insight into your level of interest in leadership and community engagement.

All applicants must either live or work in Somerset County, NJ to be eligible.

LS Application 2025

Information sessions were offered in October. The brief virtual sessions give potential applicants an understanding of the Leadership Somerset program with insight from alumni as well as program staff.

Questions?
Email: LeadershipSomerset@co.somerset.nj.us 

The 2025 Leadership Somerset program consists of monthly full-day seminars (8:30 AM to 4:30 PM) on these dates:

January 8 (mandatory attendance)
February 12
March 12
April 16
May 21
June 18
July 16
August 13
September 17
October 15
November 19
December 3

The 2025 program fee is $450 which covers participation in all seminars,  program materials, and meals (lunch).

Some limited financial assistance is available. There is no fee to apply.