Admissions and Fees
We are currently accepting applications for the 2026–2028 LSP cohort.
Interested candidates must:
- Hold a leadership administrative position
- Possess (or have applied for) a valid California Preliminary Administrative Service Credential
- Fees for the entire two-year program: $10,000
New for 2026–28: P–3/UTK Leadership Track
We are offering an optional LSP seminar pathway for students to earn a P–3/UTK Leadership Certificate from UC Berkeley while completing their Clear Credential requirements. The P–3/UTK Leadership Certificate is a 4-unit online and synchronous program offered by UC Berkeley Extension (UNEX).
For more information, please attend one of our information sessions or reach out to Jessica Evans at j.evans@berkeley.edu
Partner programs
UC Berkeley’s Leadership Support Program is offered at three locations: the Bay Area (at UC Berkeley), Los Angeles area (at UCLA), and at California State University, Chico.
LSP-LA
The LSP-LA program is a partnership between UC Berkeley’s School of Education and UCLA Center X. For more information, please refer to their website and reach out to Cynthia Gonzalez at cgonzales@seis.ucla.edu.
LSP-Chico
The LSP-Chico program is a partnership between UC Berkeley’s School of Education and California State University, Chico. For more information, please reach out Chico Coordinator Michael Gulbransen at mgulbransen@csuchico.edu.