Ivy League Experience - Global Leadership

Course Description: Ivy League Experience - Global Leadership

The Ivy League Scholar's Programme is an exclusive summer initiative that merges academic enrichment with a tailored Ivy League experience. Aimed at ambitious young leaders, aged 16 to 18, this program is designed to inspire participants to envision and shape their future paths. Over two immersive weeks, students will engage in a unique experience that combines academic discovery, leadership development, and cultural immersion. This program is designed to foster personal growth and enhance their understanding of diverse perspectives while equipping them with essential skills for future success.

Students will experience a unique opportunity to spend one week at Yale and one week at Columbia University, allowing them to immerse themselves in two distinct academic environments and cultures. The program also includes an excursion to Harvard University, allowing attendees to explore another iconic member of the Ivy League.

• Global Leadership lectures and seminars

• Exclusive Ivy League Faculty Access

• Campus Accommodation

• Debate Society & Journalism Club

• Speak with Ivy League Admissions Experts

• Curated Excursion to Harvard University

• Broadway Show Experience

Programme Highlights

✔ Study Global Leadership and Explore the Ivy League – Delve into Global Leadership with This Provider, through immersive seminars, workshops, and case studies led by world-class faculty. Engage in thought-provoking discussions, gain insights into university life, and attend an exclusive admissions session designed to inspire your academic ambitions.

✔ Explore Iconic Ivy League Campuses – Walk in the footsteps of U.S. Presidents, Nobel laureates, and world-changing thinkers. Experience the historic grandeur of Harvard Yard, the academic energy of Columbia’s Manhattan campus, and Yale’s inspiring architecture, libraries, and art collections. Each visit immerses you in the culture and spirit of academic excellence.

✔ Understanding the Forces That Shape Our World – Dive into the intersections of politics, philosophy, economics, and sociology as they connect to leadership on a global scale. Through interactive lectures and case studies, you’ll examine the major issues shaping international decision-making and reflect on the moral, strategic, and cultural dimensions of leadership today.

✔ From the Classroom to the Real World – Take your learning beyond theory with exclusive visits to leading global organizations and institutions. Explore the United Nations, Wall Street, and major companies where innovation, diplomacy, and leadership shape the world we live in. See firsthand how the principles of Global Leadership are put into action.

✔ Learn from Great Minds and Lead the Debate – Analyse the strategies of influential leaders, debate the challenges of globalization, and develop your own visionary responses to complex global issues. From hands-on workshops to engaging group discussions, you’ll sharpen your critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.

✔ Debate and Journalism Clubs - Learn to articulate your thoughts clearly, think critically, and engage with diverse perspectives, while Journalism club will enhance your research abilities and storytelling techniques.

Academic Experience & Enrichment

This interdisciplinary program blends historical analysis, philosophical inquiry, and literary critique, fostering a deep understanding of how ideas shape societies. Students will:

📖 Examine the evolution of political and philosophical thought through case studies and debates.

📚 Engage in Socratic discussions and ethical dilemmas, exploring how philosophy influences modern issues.

📝 Improve writing and analytical skills through research projects and structured essays.

🗣 Debate major philosophical and historical arguments in a structured academic setting.

What’s Included?

📍 Residential experience at Yale University (Timothy Dwight College) & Columbia University (Bernard College), New York

📜 Graduation ceremony & certificate upon completion

🎓 Expert-led lectures, seminars, workshops & industry visits providing knowledge & practical skills in global leadership

🌎 International student network – Join a diverse global learning community

🏆 Cultural and extracurricular activities – Engage in arts, debates, and intellectual discussions

🥘 Full-board accommodation – Meals, tuition, and campus facilities included

🎭 Broadway Show Experience - New York cultural experience

🚗 Supervised Transfers - Transfers included during limited hours from JFK airport

How do the 2 weeks look?

• Week One: Yale University & Harvard Campus Visit

In the first week our students will study Global Leadership with This Provider as live they live on campus at Yale University, the former home of world leaders, humanitarians and entrepreneurs.

• Seminars, workshops & case studies in Global Leadership

• Yale Faculty visits and fascinating talks from faculty staff

• Admissions and career insight sessions

• Harvard – Guided Walk through Harvard Yard and surrounding landmarks

• Week Two: Columbia University & New York City

After a week in Yale, our students will travel to stay on campus at Barnard College, Columbia University, a top Ivy League destination in the heart of Manhattan.

• Guided Columbia campus tour

• Guest talk from Columbia faculty

• Visits to the United Nations, a leading tech firms and industries

• New York – Guided tours of landmarks including Times Square and views of NYC from a rooftop platform.

Transportation Details

✈️ Airport Transfers Available from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

💰 Transfer Fee: Included

Arrival Flight Requirements:

• Must land after 07:00 EDT

• Must land before 15:30 EDT

Departure Flight Requirements:

• Must take off after 09:00 EDT

• Must take off before 16:00 EDT

✔️ What’s Included in the Transfer Service?

• Transport to Yale campus

• Welcome on arrival

• Dedicated transfer assistance & flight monitoring

• Supervision at the airport

• Unaccompanied minor paperwork support (if needed)

• Snacks and water on arrival

Graduation & Celebration

At the conclusion of the program, students will present their research and critical analyses in an academic showcase, followed by a graduation ceremony at Yale University. The experience concludes with a final celebration, marking the achievements of all participants.

Step Into the World of Ideas & Intellectual Discovery

This program is ideal for students aspiring to study history, philosophy, literature, law, or politics at university. Develop essential humanities skills, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and prepare for your academic future at Yale University.

📌 Secure your place today – your journey into the humanities starts here!

This Provider contracts with institutions, including the Universities of Oxford, Cambridge and Imperial College London in the UK and Yale and Barnard College, Columbia in the USA for the use of their facilities, and also contracts with tutors from those institutions, but does not operate under the aegis of the University of Oxford or those other institutions.