Michigan Political Leadership Program Fellowship Application

Thank you for your interest in the Michigan Political Leadership Program (MPLP) fellowship opportunity.

MPLP is a scholarship-funded program valued at $12,000 for individuals who are interested in making a commitment to their community via public office.

The fellowships are awarded annually to 24 individuals from across Michigan.

Applications are typically available in the summer and due in the fall.

Applications for the MPLP Class of 2013 are soon to be available!

Click here to assure that you receive an application as soon as they are available. Print out both sides of this downloadable card (.pdf), fill it out and mail it back in the U.S. Mail.

Or, click to open this card showing your interest, fill it out right online, save it and attach it to an email.

You are always welcome to call MPLP Administrator Linda Cleary at 517-353-0891.

MPLP welcomes your interest, questions and support all year round.

• Qualifications
• Application, Selection Process, and Timeline
• Requirements
• Fees -- MPLP is a scholarship program.
• Read the testimonies of MPLP alumni, current Fellows, leaders, sponsors and supporters

If you have questions about applying for MPLP, please contact MPLP Administrator Linda Cleary by email at clearyl@msu.edu or by phone at 517-353-0891. 

For more detailed information, please see:

• Fellowship Overview
• "Applying for an MPLP Fellowship."
• MPLP Frequently Asked Questions
• Quick Facts about MPLP
• MSU Alumni Magazine featuring MPLP
  
  

You may also contact MPLP Administrator Linda Cleary at 517-353-0891 or clearyl@msu.edu.

Qualifications

All Michigan residents who are committed to public service are encouraged to apply for the MPLP fellowship. Specifically, candidates should show:

• Dedication to sound public policy
• Desire to enhance leadership skills to better serve communities
• Interest in running for public office at the local or state level
• Desire to participate in the political process
• Willingness to learn and explore different points of view

Requirements

• 100% attendance and participation (Friday evening and Saturday, once a month from February through November)
• Limited to 24 individuals representing Michigan’s diverse population
• Two letters of recommendation
• Employer support and approval
• Continued involvement after graduation including fundraising to support future classes

Application, Selection Process, and Timeline

• Applications are typically available in June and due in early September. They generally ask for two essay statements and two letters of recommendation forwarded to the address below.

Recruitment & Selection Committee
Michigan Political Leadership Program
321 Berkey Hall
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48824-1111

• September and October – Candidates selected for interviews based on written application and letters of recommendation
• October and November – Panel interviews conducted around the state
• November – Fellowship recipients notified
• February – Program begins

Fees

Considerable financial resources and time are donated to support each fellowship, which is valued at $12,000. The fellowship award covers the participants' lodging, meals and program costs. However, accepted Fellows are asked to pay an administrative fee of $1,000 to participate in the program. Scholarship funds to defray the administrative fee are available on a limited basis and maybe formally requested upon application to the program. Travel and some parking expenses are the responsibility of the participant.

Fellows are expected to support and assist the program in its fundraising efforts during and after graduation to help ensure future classes.

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