The application period for Class 34 – 2026 is now open. Please read through all the information covered on this page and complete the application form embedded on the webpage below. Please reach out if you have any questions at all. Applications are DUE by midnight on September 10.

Submissions will be made via an online form, require these two attachments, and ask the following questions:

1) The program acceptance, attendance, and tuition agreement is a required attachment. Download, review, complete, and obtain necessary signatures, and sign the agreement. AGREEMENT DOCUMENT HERE.

2) One letter of recommendation is also a required attachment. Here are some sample letters of recommendation for your reference.

3) Since you are unable to save your progress on the application, we recommend you prepare your 250 word (or less) responses to the following questions in advance:

  1. Describe your typical day.

  2. How are you involved with your community (friends, hobbies, neighbors, coworkers, and organizations)?

  3. What are the biggest challenges facing you, your family and/or friends in SLO County?

  4. Why do you wish to participate in Leadership SLO?

  5. What have you done over the past few years to improve your skills, knowledge or leadership?  Why did you focus on those areas?