President's Leadership Class 2025/2026
Sponsored by Vision Bank 
Join the President's Leadership Class (PLC)
Be among just 26 incoming freshmen chosen each year for this elite program. Enjoy
exclusive access to campus and state leaders, hands-on leadership training, exciting
trips, and more.
Launch Your Leadership Journey at ECU
The President’s Leadership Class (PLC) is one of East Central University’s most prestigious
opportunities for incoming freshmen. Each year, only 26 students are selected to join
this dynamic, hands-on program designed to cultivate leadership, build lifelong friendships,
and connect you with influential campus and state leaders.
As a member of the PLC, you’ll:
- Travel to places like New York City and Washington, D.C. with your cohort
- Participate in exclusive leadership seminars, retreats, and service projects
- Represent ECU at special events and serve as a student ambassador
- Receive a $1,500 scholarship each semester ($750 tuition + $750 housing waiver)
- If you’re passionate about making a difference, curious about your potential, and ready to step into leadership from day one—PLC is for you.
Eligibility
- First-time, full-time freshmen
- Minimum ACT 20
- 3.5 high school GPA
- Meet or exceed ECU admission standards
- Demonstrate strong leadership in high school
How To Apply (step by step)
- Complete the online application by February 13, 2026
Commitments & Expectations
- Attend meetings, events, & retreats
- Live on campus and maintain full-time enrollment
- Maintain at least a 3.0 GPA
- Volunteer
- Enroll in UNIV 1001 and UNIV 1201
- Serve as a campus ambassador
Student Testimony
"Being a member of PLC has truly been a blessing in my life. It's such a supportive and inspiring program that has helped me a lot through my time in college. Having built-in friends on campus, forming real relationships with ECU professors and staff, and connecting with members of my community have all made my college experience so much better."
- Daphne Draper -