Overview
From hundreds of applications, the Institute selects some of the nation’s best and brightest African American male college students to participate in its Washington Program. It includes:
- High-level paid internships in their fields of interest
- Academic Seminar on Economic and Constitutional Principles
- Comprehensive leadership and professional development workshops
- Private briefings with some of the nation’s most prominent public and private sector leaders
- A $20,000 investment, accessible in ten years, upon successful completion of the two summers
We supplement these activities with extensive support from the Institute’s alumni, staff, and friends. Most importantly, the scholars become a part of a genuine network that will support them in their lives.
The Institute’s Washington Program is a two summer commitment, where during the first summer students focus on classes, internships, meetings with inspirational leaders, and bonding with the other young men in their cohort. Professional development, character development, mentorship, and graduate school preparation are priorities for the second summer, and students still work full-time at an internship. Housing is provided by the Institute, and if students are not placed in a paid internship, they will receive stipends of up to $5,000 .
