Details

Program Details

Each year, through a competitive application and selection process, 55 current and emerging leaders are invited to participate in LNC’s Core Program. Program sessions are held monthly from October through May in locations around the state.

The application period for LNC Class 34 (2026-2027) closed on June 24, 2026. Applications are currently being reviewed by our selection committee. Invitations will be extended to accepted candidates by early August.

The application window for LNC Class 35 (2027-2028) will be open June 1 – June 24, 2027. A link to the online application will be available on this page while the application is open. Completed applications will be reviewed by our selection committee in July of 2027, and invitations to participate in Class 35 will be extended by early August 2027.

To learn more about LNC’s Core Program, please explore the links below. If you would like to receive information about future LNC classes, complete the Interest Form to receive announcements about the application process and other LNC events and opportunities.

Virtual Information Sessions

For more details about LNC’s Core Program, we encourage you to watch This Recording of a Virtual Info Session for Class 34 (2026-2027).

Details for Info Sessions leading up to the application period for Class 35 (2027-2028) will be posted here in Spring 2027.

Schedule and Locations

100 County Initiative

Scholarship Opportunities

Interest Form
for Future Classes

Selection Criteria

Each Leadership North Carolina class is made up of approximately 55 current and emerging leaders from across the state. Special effort is made to ensure that each class reflects the diversity of the state in terms of age, race, gender, geography, sector of employment, stage of career, and types of civic and community involvement.

Characteristics of a successful applicant include commitment, motivation, and interest in serving the state; demonstrated voluntary leadership in community affairs; desire and willingness to seek key volunteer and/or appointed leadership roles; an occupational commitment to remain in the state; and long-term commitment to playing a personal role in helping to shape North Carolina’s future.

Participants must have the full support of their employers, with approval for participation in accordance with LNC’s attendance protocols.

Program Fee

The program fee for Class 34 (2026-2027) is $7,000.* This fee covers all programming and session materials and meals during each session. Travel and lodging expenses are the responsibility of each class member. A limited number of partial scholarships are available.

*This is less than half of what it would be without generous corporate, foundation, and individual support.