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2027 Psi II Application

CORE PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Participants experience a community leadership program framed around statewide issues. Class members will engage in interactive learning experiences, an overnight retreat, events, socials, a community-engaged project, and strengths-based coaching. These shared experiences transform individuals into a community and network of leaders ready to shape Rhode Island's future together. The Core Program is not a starting point for leadership development, but rather a process for leaders to enhance their commitment to Rhode Island. Following graduation, you will join Leadership Rhode Island's network of more than 3,200 alumni.

 

CLASS OF 2027 - PSI II - SCHEDULE

Centered on engagement, the program begins with a two-day overnight Orientation Retreat in January, followed by monthly session days from January to October. Full participation is required on session days and attendance at the retreat is mandatory. If a participant cannot attend both days of the retreat, they will not be eligible to continue in the program.


Employer support is essential as session days occur during typical work hours (we suggest blocking out 7:30am-5:30pm). Leadership in Action projects, completed by small teams within the class, are community-based projects that could require an additional 10 hours monthly. Additional learning opportunities, events, and socials will be provided throughout the year, and these are optional.  


Thursday, January 14 & Friday, January 15 (Overnight Retreat) Wednesday, January 27 Wednesday, February 24 Wednesday, March 24 Friday, April 30 Wednesday, May 26 Wednesday, June 23 Wednesday, July 28 Wednesday, August 11 (Make Up)* Wednesday, August 25 Wednesday, September 29 Wednesday, October 20 (Commencement)


*The Make Up Session is scheduled in the case that a session gets cancelled on account of inclement weather or other events. The team at LRI will notify the class on whether the Make Up day will be used or not.


APPLICATION PROCESS

Selection of participants is based on information provided on the online application, two letters of reference, and a personal interview. 

 

Please allow ample time for the following steps:

Step 1: Complete online application. You will be prompted to pay the $60 non-refundable application fee prior to submission. Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on Sunday, September 27, 2026.

Step 2: Send Reference Letter Form to TWO references. You will receive your customized link to the Reference Letter Form in the follow up email after you submit your application. References must be submitted by Friday, October 23, 2026.

Step 3: An LRI team member will reach out to you to coordinate scheduling for an alumni panel interview.

*Admission decisions will be emailed the week of November 16, 2026.

 

SELECTION CRITERIA

A committee made up of Leadership Rhode Island alumni will select a cohort of approximately 75 leaders who demonstrate a commitment to Rhode Island and are driven to positively transform the state. The committee seeks to create a dynamic and well-balanced class, with an emphasis on broad representation of sectors, occupations, generations, backgrounds, geographic residence, and community interests. 

 

TUITION

The tuition for the 2027 Leadership Rhode Island Core Program is $6900, which covers all program costs, including meals, materials, and resources associated with the retreat and session days. Payment in full is due Monday, December 7, 2026. There is payment option that calls for a 25% initial payment and monthly payment schedule; final payment by September 1, 2027.


Acceptable payment methods: check can be made payable to "Leadership Rhode Island," or online payment. Online payments include a 2.9% + .30 cents credit card processing fee. Tuition is non-refundable.


TUITION ASSISTANCE 

Leadership Rhode Island has a tuition assistance fund available to those who demonstrate financial need. Please know that funds are limited and are need-based, which is why we require a separate application for those seeking assistance. Please let Valerie Littlefield know if you are interested in applying for tuition assistance (vlittlefield@leadershipri.org).


Note: tuition assistance requests are considered independently from applications for admission.


If you have any questions about Tuition Assistance, please contact Valerie Littlefield at vlittlefield@leadershipri.org. Requests for assistance are kept confidential.

 

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