Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the Extended Leadership Program?/ How do I apply?

The Extended Leadership Program is crafted to continue the leadership journey of graduates of the Aspire Leaders Program. You do not need to apply to be part of this program- Once you graduate from ALP you automatically have access to ELP. ALP participants who have only completed 1 module of ALP are still considered an alumni and have access to alumni engagement events like mentorship series.

2. Can I apply for both seed fund and academic advancement grant?

Yes, you may apply for both the Seed Fund and the Academic Advancement Grant. However, you can only be selected for one of the programs, not both. Our financial awards are highly competitive, so we encourage you to focus on the program that best aligns with your professional and academic goals.

3. Can I apply for university/tuition fee coverage through the AAG?

No, university and tuition fees are not covered through the Academic Advancement Grant.

4. How can I apply for financial awards?/When can I apply for financial awards?

Refer to the Financial Awards page on the alumni website.

5. If I apply for Seed fund, is it mandatory to apply with the same project as the one I submitted in ALP?

No, it is not mandatory to apply with the same project as the one you submitted in ALP.

6. How long is the seed fund program?

The program is scheduled to completed in 9-weeks with mandatory mid-project and final project deliverables to Aspire. 

7. I’m a graduate of 2025 Cohort 1. Can I apply for seed fund/academic advancement grant next year (2026)? / I graduated in 2024, can I apply in the 2025 seed fund cycle?

No, ALP graduates are eligible to apply for the seed fund or academic advancement grant cycle that opens closest to the graduation date. 

8. Is there a Discord server for Aspire Alumni?

Yes, this has been launched! Reach out to the Aspire Alumni Team via email for the Discord link.

9. How do I become an Aspire Volunteer/Leader?

Keep an eye on your email as any open volunteer positions will be shared with you via email.

10. I did not complete ALP. Can I apply for financial awards? 

No, financial awards are only available to graduates of the Aspire Leaders Program i.e. those who completed all modules successfully.

11. Which countries can the Aspire team not send funds to in the upcoming financial awards cycle?

Due to international banking and financial regulations and compliance requirement, we are unable to send grants to the following countries: Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, China, Cuba, East Timor (Timor Leste), Estonia, Iran, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, North Korea, San Marino, Serbia, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Syria, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen.