Summer Leadership Institute
Set Yourself Up for Success at NDSU
Experience college before you start college. The Summer Leadership Institute is a weekend event that gives new students a head start at NDSU.
Stay Tuned
The 2026 SLI date will be released in early 2026.
Who Can Attend?
Any new, incoming student including first-year and transfer students, and commuter and off-campus students.
Why You Should Attend
- Meet people and make friends
- Get comfortable with the NDSU campus
- Develop strategies to help you succeed academically and socially
- Experience college life before move-in day
- Learn tricks and tips from current students
- Learn how to get involved on campus
What Does Registration Include?
- Housing on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights in a residence hall
- Dinner on Friday
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner on Saturday and Sunday.
- Breakfast on Monday.