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Economics for Leaders (EFL) Programs

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Overview

Economics for Leaders (EFL) Programs

Funder: The Fund for American Studies (TFAS), in partnership with Foundation for Teaching Economics (FTE)

Program Type: High school summer leadership and economics education program

Geographic Scope: United States - week-long programs hosted at 15+ prestigious university campuses including Yale, Cornell, Duke, Brown, University of Chicago, and others

Target Audience:

High school sophomores and juniors

Outstanding students interested in leadership and economics

Program Description:
Week-long intensive programs designed to:

Enhance leadership skills

Develop understanding of "economic way of thinking"

Apply economic reasoning to national and international policy issues

Build decision-making and leadership capabilities

Program Features:

Led by economics professors and leadership instructors

Morning discussions and interactive sessions on economic concepts

Afternoon sessions building leadership skills

Creative decision-making challenges

Hands-on learning through games and simulations

College credit available

Competitive admission (approximately 2 applicants per available space)

Timing: Week-long programs offered in June, July, and August

Contact Information:

Foundation for Teaching Economics (FTE): www.FTE.org/student-programs

The Fund for American Studies (TFAS)

Address: 1706 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009

Phone: 202-986-0384

Email: info@TFAS.org

Additional Notes: College admission officers have noted that students who attend selective programs like EFL become more competitive college applicants.

How to Apply

Application Process

1. Visit FTE website at www.FTE.org/student-programs

2. Complete application form including:
- Personal information
- Academic background
- Leadership interests and experience
- Essay responses (specific prompts not detailed in source material)

3. Important: When applying, students must list "TFAS" in the "How did you hear about FTE?" section of the application

4. Submit application by deadline