AsULead

About AsULead

AsULead is a program for students who are emerging leaders in their schools and communities. Students who become part of our AsULead cohort will have the opportunity to participate in a four day in-person summer session (July 22-25) focusing on community building opportunities, leadership development training, and overall college preparedness. AsULead also includes a virtual component over the course of the students’ senior year to continue discussing the importance of college and give students access to resources they may not otherwise learn about.

AsULead students will be competitive for selective colleges and scholarship opportunities as a result of this program, as well as having the opportunity to return to their communities as ambassadors for college success. Students that complete the program and maintain eligibility will be guaranteed admission to App State.


Attend our AsULead Info Session

Register for a virtual info session to learn more about the AsULead program and get any questions you have about the program answered! Upcoming session on April 23.

Application Process

Get started on your 2024 AsULead Application!

Application Deadline: May 1

Application Requirements:

  • AsULead Application 
  • Unofficial high school transcript 
  • Contact information for references. Personal email (gmail, yahoo, etc) preferred.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Applicants must be rising high school seniors (Class of 2025)
  • Applicants must be of a historically underrepresented background. This includes, but is not limited to: students from low income families, first generation students, students from rural areas, and students from other backgrounds. 
  • Applicants must be NC residents

Program Requirements

In order to receive guaranteed admission to App State, students must:

  • complete the program in its entirety, including all virtual sessions
  • maintain a 3.5 weighted high school GPA

Questions? We're here to help!

AsULead Program 
asulead@appstate.edu
828-262-2120