Latinx Pioneer Prep Leadership Institute

The Pioneer Prep Leadership Institute is part of our commitment to diversity and inclusiveness. These three-day programs are designed for rising high school juniors and seniors who are looking ahead to their college experience and want an early look at higher education. At Pioneer Prep, you'll learn about college access and career planning. In addition, you'll be able to engage with speakers, activities and fellow scholars to enhance and further develop your cultural identity. Students do not need to be able to speak Spanish to participate in this program. You'll get three days on the DU campus, learning about college access and leadership while engaging with your cultural identity. The Latinx Pioneer Prep Leadership Institute will take place in Nagel Hall on the University of Denver campus. The program will take place from Wednesday, July 24 through Friday, July 26, 2019. Participants from outside of Colorado should plan to arrive in Denver on Tuesday, July 23 and depart Denver on Saturday, July 27, 2019. The application process includes an online application, transcript, and letter of recommendation. Applicants may also choose to include their resume and a second letter of recommendation. We do not have an application fee for this program. First-time attendees of the program pay $60 to confirm their attendance. Returning attendees pay $40. We provide room, board, curriculum and entertainment at no additional cost. You can also apply for a travel stipend to cover some of the cost of getting to campus. Perks of being a Pioneer Prep Scholar: As a Pioneer Prep Scholar, we'll waive your $65 application fee if you choose to apply for college at DU. If you're admitted to DU and meet our criteria for financial need, you'll be considered for a DU Pathways Scholarship, which is worth up to $7,500 and is renewable for four years. Every quarter, you'll have access to activities on campus so you can connect with DU staff and other Pioneer Prep Scholars.