Selection
The Selection Committee shall select a maximum of 24 participants from a pool of qualified applicants. Participants will be selected from across the state (and if applicable neighboring states), without regard to socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, religion, disability, and national origin. It is not unusual for candidates to apply more than once before acceptance. Repeat applications are encouraged.
Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements will be evaluated on the information obtained from the application form and references. The final selection will be made from those chosen by the Selection Committee for personal interview.
Projected Timeline for Class 4
Below you will find a projected timeline for the application process. This timeline is subject to change based on the needs of the selection process. Applicants must be 28 years old by March 31st, 2026.
Mid/late September, 2025
Applications due to Palmetto LEAF
Early October, 2025
Applicant pool selected for interviews
Mid/late October, 2025
Interviews conducted with selected applicants
Early/Med November, 2025
Class is announced
Late January 2026
Class 4 Orientation and PLEAF Celebration in Columbia, SC.
