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Leadership Development Plan

Applying to CLI
Empower Your Leadership Journey

CLI desires to equip you to become a mature and healthy leader through instruction, training, and guidance.

Our Application Process

The CLI application process is designed for your convenience.

Select Your Track

Complete The Online Application

Pay The Application Fee

Receive a Response From Our Team

Tuition and Fees

At CLI, we believe in transparent pricing. We only charge a straightforward tuition fee with no hidden or extra costs so that you can focus on your education without any financial surprises. Each course is one month in duration.

Leadership Track

$125 per Course

This track is for anyone looking to uncover their unique God-given purpose. It provides an opportunity to learn the foundations of healthy leadership and develop essential skills to lead yourself and others effectively in any context.

Enrollment in one leadership course per month
Access to Develop.Me software
Enrollment in a developmental cohort
Personalized engagement with CLI staff

Ministry Track

$225 per Course

This track is designed for those who feel called to ministry but are still exploring where they belong. It offers the opportunity to explore different forms of ministry and discover the area that ignites your greatest passion.

Enrollment in one leadership course per month
Enrollment in one ministry course per month
Access to Develop.Me software
Enrollment in a developmental cohort
Personalized engagement with CLI staff

Leadership Essentials Track

$100 per Course

This track is perfect for individuals who want to gain leadership insights without the pressure of assignments. If you're interested in learning more about leadership without committing to the full developmental process, this track is tailored just for you.

Enrollment in one leadership course per month
No assignments are required
Access to Develop.Me software

Ministry Essentials Track

$200 per Course

This track is for anyone looking to uncover their unique God-given purpose. It provides an opportunity to learn the foundations of healthy leadership and develop essential skills to lead yourself and others effectively in any context.

Enrollment in one leadership course per month
Enrollment in one ministry course per month
No assignments are required
Access to Develop.Me software

Leadership Gap Year Track

$250 per Course

This track was created with the modern learner in mind. If you're uncertain about your career path and searching for your next step, this program offers the perfect opportunity to explore leadership and uncover your purpose, guiding you toward a clearer direction for your future.

Enrollment in two leadership courses per month
Access to Develop.Me software
Enrollment in a developmental cohort
Personalized engagement with CLI staff

Ministry Gap Year Track

$450 per Course

This track was created with the modern learner in mind. If you're unsure about your future in ministry and looking for guidance, this program allows you to explore leadership within a ministry context and discover your calling, helping you find direction for your journey ahead.

Enrollment in two leadership courses per month
Enrollment in two ministry courses per month
Access to Develop.Me software
Enrollment in a developmental cohort
Personalized engagement with CLI staff

Eligibility Requirements

  • Be at least 16 years old
  • Be a committed follower of Jesus
  • Be an active member of a local church
  • Review the cost of attendance and fees

Answers to Popular Questions

Learn More About Admissions for CLI

You can apply at any time and start at the beginning of each month. Once you are accepted, you will be enrolled in an on-demand digital orientation before starting your first course.

CLI courses are tailored for today’s modern learners. The Leadership Track requires 8-10 hours per month, while the Ministry Track requires 13-15 hours per month. The exact time needed may vary depending on individual learning styles and whether you choose to engage with the material through paperback, digital, or audio formats.

Yes, the program is a remote digital learning experience. CLI offers live courses on demand instruction, providing flexibility to suit different schedules and learning preferences.

You have two multiple options for payment. You can pay your yearly tuition upfront or monthly. If you choose monthly, you will be charged before the next month’s course. Once payment is received you will have access to your next course.

CLI courses offer both synchronous and asynchronous learning options. You can join live courses or learn at your own pace.

Our faculty and staff provide instruction, practical training, and guidance through live discussions, feedback on assignments, and availability for additional support. Our staff is also available to provide encouragement and resources.

Upon completion, you’ll receive a graduation certificate, a gift by mail, and a transcript upon request.

Yes, CLI partners with accredited Christian universities. For more information, please contact our staff.

CLI is not accredited but partners with accredited institutions. Our tracks have sufficient academic rigor to qualify for transfer credits at some schools. Cultivate Leadership Institute requires no official transcript or formal certification to verify previous education.

We value lifelong learning. CLI students are expected to read or listen to a book, take a quiz, submit a personal assignment, participate in discussion assignments, and meet with their Equip Group monthly.

There is no GPA requirement for acceptance. However, students are encouraged to maintain a C average to ensure they are engaging with and understanding the content. Cultivate Leadership Institute requires no official transcript or formal certification to verify previous education.