Leadership Program of the Rockies
About Leadership Program of the Rockies
The Leadership Program of the Rockies is America’s premier institute to develop, strengthen, train and equip emerging leaders to reach new heights in public policy and the political process.
LPR identifies and brings together emerging leaders from the legal, economic, business, political, nonprofit and civic professions to learn how visionary, principle-centered leadership can positively impact their community.
How Does LPR Work?
The Leadership Program of the Rockies consists of nine full-day sessions, from October through June.
Many of the most recognized and respected experts in the country – including experts on current events, leadership and the political process – lead each session. LPR students are of extremely high caliber and each year’s class is limited to 65 students to foster collaborative, participatory learning and to maximize interaction among students and presenters.
For an overview of the program and the application process, click here to watch the recruitment webinar.
Who Can Apply to LPR?
Anyone may apply who is interested in making a difference in his or her community. LPR participants have demonstrated leadership, and have the potential to achieve even more! We are seeking motivated, capable men and women from diverse professional backgrounds and from all geographic areas of Colorado.
The criteria for selection in to the program will be an applicant’s real world and professional background, a review of their education, as well as involvement in community service activities.
Cost of LPR
The tuition cost for the 2021 – 2022 class is $2,250. The full cost of the program is $6,500 per person, but LPR is able to fundraise throughout the year to subsidize the majority of the cost. Students who are selected to participate in the program must agree to full participation in the program. Partial scholarship opportunities are available to those who may need financial assistance. We also offer payment plans.
Application Process
The Leadership Program of the Rockies is now accepting applications for the class of 2022. Applications and Letters of Recommendation are due on August 31. A selection committee comprised of public policy leaders will review all applications, and interviews will be conducted in September. The final selections will be announced at the completion of the interview process.
Interested in Applying?
If you or someone you know is interested in applying for the 2021-2022 class of LPR, the application is now available on the website here.
How does the LPR work?
The Leadership Program of the Rockies consists of nine full-day sessions, held the second Friday every month. There is a two-day retreat in February (an exception has been made for the 2021 Retreat, which will not be held June 4-5. More information here).
Many of the most recognized and respected experts in the country – including experts on current events, leadership and the political process – lead each session. LPR students are of extremely high caliber and each year’ s class is limited to sixty-five students to foster collaborative, participatory learning and to maximize interaction among students and presenters.
Students who are selected to participate in the program pay a modest fee and agree to full participation in the program. Scholarship opportunities are available to those who may need financial assistance.