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HOBY State Leadership Seminars (Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership)
Summer program · Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership (HOBY)HOBY's State Leadership Seminars bring one nominated sophomore per participating high school, plus students nominated directly through HOBY's community nomination program, to a college campus for three to four days of leadership training built around personal, group, and service leadership. Students commit to a follow-on goal of 100 hours of community service. Registration fees, which run roughly $225-$450 depending on the state affiliate, are usually covered by the sponsoring school rather than paid directly by the family.
Who can apply
GradesSophomores only
Min GPA—
ScopeNational
StatesAll states
FieldsLeadership · Civics · Government
Logistics
Cost to youUsually covered by your school; $225-$450 if not
Financial aidNot listed
StipendNone
FormatResidential
Length3-4 days each spring or summer
WhereCollege or university campus (varies by state affiliate)
Applying
DueSet by each state affiliate; ask your school counselor
You submitNominated by your high school (one sophomore per school) or through HOBY's community nomination process