Shelton Leadership Opportunity

 

Are you passionate about making North Carolina a better place? The Red Hat Shelton Challenge at the Shelton Leadership Center helps high school students like you build skills and confidence to make positive changes in their communities by leading with their values.

During the program, you'll live on campus for a week, be part of an engaged community, and participate in activities designed to teach values-based leadership skills, such as ethical decision-making, social responsibility, effective communication, and more. Are you up for the Challenge?

The Priority Application Deadline is February 15, 2026. Applying by the priority deadline increases the likelihood of both admission and scholarship. 

2026 Red Hat Shelton Challenge Dates 

Challenge 1: Sunday, June 14 - Friday, June 19

Challenge 2: Saturday, June 27 - Thursday, July 2

Challenge 3: Sunday, July 12 - Friday, July 17

Scholarships Available

Scholarships for the Shelton Challenge are available and can be applied for through the main program application. 1 in 3 students who attend the Shelton Challenge receive a needs-based scholarship.  

Upcoming Virtual Info Session

Virtual info sessions for prospective students and families will be held on January 15 at 6:30 p.m. EST and on February 4th at 6:30 p.m. EST. Register to attend the info session here.

Have questions about the Shelton Challenge? 

Reach out to us at sheltonchallenge@ncsu.edu.

Learn more and apply now!