IMPORTANT DATES

📅May 1, 2026
Applications Open

Prepare your application documents and send any questions to URSLC@sl.on.ca.

📅September 30, 2026
Applications Close

Applications close. Don’t miss your chance! Apply as soon as you’re ready.

📅Week of October 12, 2026
Program Starts

The program begins with an Orientation in the Innovation Hub at the Kingston Campus. Virtual options for Brockville and Cornwall.

📅End of Winter Term, 2027
Program Ends

The program runs for two semesters, from October 2026 to April 2027. Access to MasterClass subscriptions continues until Fall 2027 term.

how to apply

To apply for the program, you’ll need to prepare the following documents and submit them using the form below.
Please note: you can only submit your application once the application period opens. But it’s a great idea to have everything ready in advance!

Personal Statement

(500-750 words)
 •  Why you want to participate in MasterClass at SLC
• Your leadership goals and aspirations
• How you plan to apply learning outcomes to benefit SLC community

Commitment Statement

(250-400 words)
• Acknowledgment of two-semester commitment
• Availability for in-person sessions
• Understanding of final conference requirements
• Reflection on importance of commitment

Reference

(Optional... but highly encouraged!)
Have one reference:
• An academic reference (faculty/staff) or…
• A character reference (employer, volunteer supervisor, or peer leader)

Prepare a document with your reference name, position, organization, contact information, and their reference statement.

Introduction video

(Optional... but worth the bonus points!)
• 60 seconds or less!
• Elevator pitch
• Compressed to a .zip format

Application Form

Opens on August 25!

Application