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The Civic Innovators Fellowship is designed for young leaders who are passionate about solving community issues and want to channel their passion into innovative action.
From urban innovation to law & politics, the Fellowship will help you explore systemic issues and the innovative solutions being used to solve them.
By the end of the program, you'll have a better understanding of how to be a civic innovator – and you'll have built the knowledge, network, and funding you need to pursue your passions and launch projects that change the world.
FAST FACTS
Application
Applications for the Spring 2025 class ARE CLOSED. Check back in July 2025 for Fall Fellowship dates.
Eligibility
High school students from anywhere in the world. Students whose gap year began in June 2024 are also eligible to apply.
Timeline
The program begins in mid-February and ends in mid-April and requires about two hours per week.
Program
The program is digital-first and entirely free for accepted students.
TOPICS WE'LL COVER
Just a few of the fields you'll dive into during the Fellowship.
REINVENTING
JUSTICE
THE FUTURE
OF CITIES
MEDIA &
MISINFORMATION
LAW & GOVERNMENT
AI &
EDUCATION
CLIMATE INNOVATION
BECOME A FELLOW
WHY BE A FELLOW?
Your path as a civic innovator extends far beyond the completion of the program. As a graduate of the Fellowship, you will unlock a tailored collection of empowerment tools designed to assist you in following your passions and making a significant impact on the world.
Job Opportunities
Mentorship Matching
One-Off Workshops
Internship Placement
Project Funding
Specialized Training Programs
WHAT OUR FELLOWS
ARE SAYING
DURING THE PROGRAM
LEARN FROM EXPERTS
CU has a staff of experienced teachers, lawyers, political veterans and researchers that will guide you through lessons on civic innovation and act as resources for you. You’ll also have the opportunity to attend small sessions featuring guest speakers from the industries most ripe for civic innovation.
DIVE INTO THE FUTURE
CU’s curriculum is designed to prepare you for a future where you need to know more than just the 3 branches of government. You will dive deep on the future of politics, media, tech, urban planning, transportation, and much more.
FIND YOUR COMMUNITY
CU gives you the opportunity to meet other burgeoning young leaders from around the world. Alumni often say the most rewarding piece of the Fellowship is the weekly, small group discussions with other fellows. Many alumni found their best friends in these groups!
CASE BRIEFS
Case brief title
The Civic Innovators Fellowship is designed for young leaders who have innovative ideas to solve community issues – and want to start building them now.The Fellowship gives you the knowledge, network, and funding to pursue your passions and launch projects that change the world.
Case brief title
The Civic Innovators Fellowship is designed for young leaders who have innovative ideas to solve community issues – and want to start building them now.The Fellowship gives you the knowledge, network, and funding to pursue your passions and launch projects that change the world.
Case brief title
The Civic Innovators Fellowship is designed for young leaders who have innovative ideas to solve community issues – and want to start building them now.The Fellowship gives you the knowledge, network, and funding to pursue your passions and launch projects that change the world.
Case brief title
The Civic Innovators Fellowship is designed for young leaders who have innovative ideas to solve community issues – and want to start building them now.The Fellowship gives you the knowledge, network, and funding to pursue your passions and launch projects that change the world.
