UCF's LEAD Scholars Academy provides a selective, two-year academic leadership development program for first-time-in-college students. LEAD Scholars are committed to academic excellence and making a difference in the world around them, guiding and inspiring their peers in a variety of ways on campus.

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Want to learn more about the LEAD Scholars Academy for first-year students? Visit our website by clicking the link above. Find out more about the program, view FAQs and alumni testimonials, and decide if this program is the right one for you!

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Ready to apply to the LEAD Scholars Academy for first-year students? Click the link above to read about our program requirements, commitments, and all materials you'll need to apply to LEAD. Good luck!

This web application is used primarily by LEAD Scholars Academy students and staff. The links above are to our public, marketing site, https://lsa.sdes.ucf.edu/lead-scholars/.