How to Apply

Applications are accepted June 1-June 30, 2025.

  • CV

    1-page resume or CV.

    Yes, we really mean one page.

    Condense and summarize as needed.

  • 2 Letters of Recommendation

    • 1 letter from a faculty member. It can be, but does not have to be a MD.

    • 1 letter from another individual that not a family member.

  • 1-Page Essay

    Write a one-page essay answering the following questions:

    • What will I contribute to the Feagin Leadership Program?

    • What do I expect to get out of my experience in the program?

  • Check your calendar and confirm that you are available for all program sessions.

    SESSION DATES for 2025-2026

    Session 1 - September 5-6, 2025 (Friday all day, Saturday half day)

    Session 2 - October 17-19, 2025 (3-day event in Annapolis, MD)

    Session 3 - November 21, 2025 (half-day event on Friday afternoon)

    Session 4 - January 9, 2026 (half-day event on Friday afternoon)

    Session 5 - February 20, 2026 (half-day event on Friday afternoon)

    Session 6 - April 17, 2026 (half-day event on Friday afternoon)

    Feagin Leadership Forum - May 15-16, 2026

    Feagin Scholars Graduation - May 17, 2026

  • Submit

    Please email your application in PDF format to Stacey Herrera at stacey.herrera@duke.edu with the subject line: "2025 Feagin Application" or click the button below. Application packets MUST be submitted as one PDF attachment to your email to ensure that all information is included with your application.

  • 2025-2026 Scholars Announced

    August 1, 2025

    If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Joe Doty at joseph.doty@duke.edu.

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