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Who is the programme for?

The School for Female Leadership in the Digital Age is specifically designed for female students and young professionals with an interest in technology. No matter your background – whether you come from law, business, philosophy or arts – this programme aims to broaden your horizons and present you with the opportunities that the digital era will bring for all sectors of the economy.

Which countries are eligible?

The European Leadership Academy is proud to open its programmes to qualified candidates who are citizens of the 27 EU Member States, Ukraine, the Western Balkans Six (North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Kosovo), Moldova, Switzerland, Iceland, Türkiye or Norway. 

Who created this programme?

In an effort to support European talent and foster innovation throughout the Union, it is the goal of The European Leadership Academy to design and fund initiatives aimed at providing training, upskilling and reskilling opportunities to European citizens, so that they can harness the full potential of the digital era.

How do I apply?

You can apply right from this site! All you have to do is fill out the online application and submit your form by 12th March 2025, 23.59h CET.

Do I have to be formally enrolled in university to apply?

No. As long as you are 18 or over and have an interest in broadening your knowledge on how technology will shape our lives, and willingness to understand how important female leadership will be in this process, you are eligible to apply. For example, if you have finished your bachelor’s and at the moment you are not formally enrolled in a university programme because you have an internship or are taking a break, you can still apply.

What is the application deadline?

The final day for submissions for the 2025 Summer School is Wednesday 12th March 2025, 23.59h CET.

What happens if I am selected?

Congratulations! If our distinguished Jury considers that you are the most suitable candidate from your country to participate in the Summer School programme, you will receive a full scholarship that will cover everything needed for you to attend, including travel to Finland and back home; accommodation, transportation and meals in Finland during the entire course of the programme; conference materials and any other important elements.
Once you receive this exciting news and confirm your participation in the programme, an agent will reach out to assist with your travel arrangements. You will also receive a participant’s kit with all the information you will need to prepare for your trip.

How will my application be judged?

Our judges will be looking for well-rounded candidates. This means they will be reviewing your academic achievements, but also your interests and achievements outside of the classroom, including work experience and voluntary work. On top of that, one of the most important elements of the application will be your motivation statement – so make sure to spend some time writing a strong one!

When will I know if I have been selected?

All applicants will receive an email from us by late May 2025. The email will let you know whether or not you have been selected to join the programme.

How much does the programme cost?

Nothing! Participation is free and indeed, all the participants will receive a full scholarship to attend. This is a core pillar of our equal opportunities policy, and a key part of our ongoing efforts to make sure that no one is left behind in the digital era.

Who will be teaching the courses?

Because our programme is unique, we have been able to attract numerous top-level professors and business professionals, policymakers and thought leaders from across Europe to be your teachers and mentors. Speakers of the 2025 Summer School will be announced soon.

What is in it for me?

Besides getting the chance to spend a full working week in an international environment, networking with top global leaders and learning from their experiences in business, politics, media and beyond, at the end of the programme you will be awarded with a Certificate of Completion. This certificate will provide your future employers with an overview of the courses that you have taken, and of the key competencies that you have acquired throughout the Summer School, such as Leadership, Coding and Public Speaking.

 

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It may sound cliché, but the best part of the European Leadership Academy were the caring and passionate people who contributed to it, after the end of the European Leadership Academy, I now feel the most confident and passionate that I have ever been. Importantly, the program was completely free of charge, as an ambitious young woman whose family has always struggled financially, the European Leadership academy was a dream come true in many ways.

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Student. Represented Austria at the 2024 Summer School in Warsaw

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This transformative journey has prepared me for anything life may throw my way. What touched me most was the opportunity to connect with girls who, like me, share the same dreams yet are wonderfully diverse. They truly inspired me in countless ways. I learned so much about myself throughout this process; the school has impacted every facet of my identity, teaching me self-confidence and the imporance of colaborartions with others.

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Student. Represented Slovenia at the 2024 Summer School in Warsaw

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Amy Calleja

Student. Represented Malta at the 2022 Summer School in Prague

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Sisterhood, support and inspiration are just some of the aspects that we have experienced! The European Leadership Academy is an exceptional and priceless program which opened our horizons for the future. For me, one of the best characteristics of the program was its holistic approach. The range of speakers and experts was extraordinary just as their kindness and openness to answer our questions and connect with us.

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Student. Represented Germany at the 2022 Summer School in Prague

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