he High School Achievers program (HSA) is a one-of-a-kind leadership program for India’s most promising students to help them become active agents of change in society.
Designed as a week long summer bootcamp for grades 9th to 12th, HSA is YLAC’s attempt to create a platform for young adults to discover their true potential. We do this by helping students explore different perspectives, understand identity and privilege, build critical thinking skills and acquire tools to become effective leaders.
As the first-ever initiative under the YLAC umbrella, HSA was launched from Delhi in 2016 and has since expanded to other cities. It is a highly selective program that receives outstanding applications from a large number of very talented and passionate students. Sessions engage students in intriguing debates in philosophy, political science, sociology and economics, and help explore the interconnected nature of knowledge, all the while using a participatory and experiential pedagogy that makes learning fun.
Applications to the 2024 editions of the program are now open.
2024 Editions
Bengaluru: 19th – 26th May
Bangalore International Centre, Domlur
Delhi
2nd – 9th Jun
Zorba the Buddha, near Ghitorni metro station
Selection Process & Deadlines
For the High School Achievers Program, we look for talented and passionate students who wish to change the world around them. There are no prerequisites in terms of fields of study.
The selection process constitutes two rounds:
Round I: Written application – to be submitted via the website
Round II: In some cases. shortlisted candidates may be called for online interviews. This is an informal interaction conducted via Zoom.
Please mark the following dates (all Sundays) in your calendar:
Scholarships deadline: 10th March
Final deadline: 14th April
Program Fee
Rs. 25,000 per participant (excluding GST @18%)
