Bill of Rights Institute Student Fellowship
This student program, is a six-month educational program that helps high school students develop as leaders and develop skills in building civil society.
The 2025-2026 Application will open October 1. Create a student account to be notified when the application opens!
What is the Student Fellowship?
The Bill of Rights Institute's Student Fellowship program is a leadership development program. Fellows participate in robust programming during the school year and participate in a culminating week of programming in and around Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC.
<p>To further their learning on civic leadership and participation! Through this program, students will explore the following questions:</p>
<p>– What is civil society and why is it important in America<br />– How can we have an influence in our communities?<br />– What is the role of government in civil society? What is the role of charity in civil society?<br />– What is the role of the entrepreneur in civil society?<br />– How do I cultivate entrepreneurial creativity?<br />– What is good civic leadership?</p>
<p>– The Fellowship will meet twice a month for 90 min sessions at a time determined by participants. Each session will have a short reading, discussion, and writing assignment.<br />– Participants will also design and lead public virtual events<br />– The Fellowship concludes with a week-long capstone experience.<strong> In the 2024-25 year, the capstone will be in Washington, DC, and include a day trip to Philadelphia, PA.</strong></p>
<p>– The fellowship is open to 15-18 year old’s who are currently Juniors or Seniors (or equivalent).<br />– 20 fellows will be selected for the program.<br />– 20 fellows will be selected for the program.</p>