Transform Your Future
Apply if you would like a life-changing pre-college experience where you'll learn the science and art of the creative process, discover how successful leaders think, and develop the skills needed to thrive in an ever-changing world. Through a proven model of personal growth and achievement, you'll become a master adaptive learner, an agent of positive change, and a leader capable of making a lasting impact on your community and beyond.
About this Program
This program is designed for ambitious students who want to reach their full potential. Students have the opportunity to earn a college credit, while learning to master the creative process, strengthen critical thinking skills, and develop a mindset needed to navigate challenges and seize opportunities. Through a powerful framework for personal and professional growth, learn how to adapt, innovate, lead change, and become a confident role model for life.
Cost
There is no cost to apply and no cost to participate if selected. The only investment required is your commitment, curiosity, and willingness to grow.
What You'll Learn
The Fleischer Scholars curriculum is built around Morton Fleischer's acclaimed book, Building Your Mental Balance Sheet. Through engaging workshops, discussions, and hands-on activities, students learn a proven model for how to think, not what to think.
By applying the principles of the creative process, scholars can gain practical tools to:
- Set meaningful goals and achieve them
- Solve problems creatively and confidently
- Strengthen resilience and adaptability
- Make sound decisions under pressure
- Develop leadership skills that last a lifetime
- Create positive change in your school, career, and community
The lessons you learn as a Fleischer Scholar are designed to benefit you long after the program ends, providing a foundation for success in college, career, and life.
Your future is not determined by circumstances. It's shaped by the way you think, learn, and respond to opportunity. Apply and seize this opportunity to become a Fleischer Scholar.
Important Dates, Deadlines and Other Details
Program Dates and Times:
- The program takes place June 14th - June 18th, 2027- Online
- Culminating in person session June 21st;
- Online Developmental Workshops Daily Based the Building Your Mental Balance Sheet Curriculum
- Required reading: Building Your Mental Balance Sheet, provided in digital and print format
Applications are considered based on multiple factors:
- Involvement in school and community
- Academic Performance (3.0 or better high school GPA)
- Household income (financial need)
- First Generation Student (first in family pursing college; parent has not completed a four-year college or university degree.)
- Clear, thoughtful and reflective responses to two short essay questions (using your own words)
The Online Application Requires General information:
- student and parent/guardian contact
- currently enrolled high school and academic information
- involvement in clubs, organizations, community service, and/or work experience
Short Essay Questions should be completed in your own words:
- Answering one essay question is the minimum requirement to be considered a complete application
- Short essay answers should not be written by AI tools and should be 300 words or less
Recommendations from an academic advisor, teacher, counselor, career professional or adult mentor: - This is encouraged and beneficial for a more competitive application, but it is not mandatory for application consideration
- The online form can be accessed and completed by the recommender here: https://asu.questionpro.com/t/ATrnaZyru5
Qualities of of a Fleischer Scholar:
- motivated to learn new things and have a strong desire to succeed
- a willing attitude, ready to actively participate, engage and show respect for others in this program
- a strong moral compass, having the desire to do the right thing even when no one is watching
- possesses a strong desire to set and accomplish goals, show optimism and enthusiasm
Additional Questions:
- Please refer to the below email or phone number or visit: https://wpcarey.asu.edu/fleischer
- Questions with an application you already submitted, please email [email protected] or call 480 965 5187
If you have read the above information and have your application essay and other information ready to submit, please click the "Start" button below to start the application.
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