Leadership Iowa Application

Thank you for your interest in Leadership Iowa, our state's premier statewide issues-awareness program. 

The application period for the 2025-26 class is now closed. Our application timeframe for the 2026-27 program will open next April, 2026.

Individuals must first be nominated in order to apply for the program, and nominations are kept for two years. Self-nominations are also encouraged. To nominate yourself or others for the 2026-27 program, please visit our nomination page. Nominations are due by April 1 each year to qualify for the upcoming year's cohort. After April 1, all nominees will be sent information regarding the application process.

A one-time $50 application fee is required to apply. If you have applied to Leadership Iowa in the past, this fee is waived.

If you have any questions please contact us at info@leadershipiowa.com or 515.235.0570.

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