Cost & Aid: PLA Leadership Academy, 2025

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Program Cost & Scholarship Aid

Applications for the 2025 cohort have closed.

Program Fee: $4,500

 

Included:

Accommodation*

The Omni Chicago Hotel, 676 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

4 nights, Hotel Suite at the program hotel

Check in: Monday, November 3rd

Check out: Friday, November 7th

Meals**

Breakfast daily- Tuesday, November 4th – Friday, November 7th

Lunch daily- Monday, November 3th – Friday, November 7th

Dinners- Two dinners, Dates to be announced (two of the nights, dinner will be on your own)

Materials

Access to Clifton StrengthsFinder leadership assessment

Additional Program materials

Excursions

Two off-site special events

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Air or ground transportation to and from Chicago
  • Taxi or ride service to and from airports or train stations
  • Parking
  • Gratuities for housekeeping

 

*Limited hotel rooms are available for Sunday, November 2nd. Rooms will be allocated based on travel distance and need.

** Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and/or allergy needs can be accommodated.


Scholarship Supplement

Scholarships will cover the $4,500 registration fee, plus a travel stipend of $1500.  

How to Apply

The scholarship application has been incorporated into the program application.

Preview the scholarship questions on the Application Page.

Notification

Those selected for a scholarship will be notified by email, alongside their application decision. 

 

Contact Us: PLAAcademy@ala.org