New City Fellows is an immersive program that is meant to foster spiritual transformation and deep relationships, so it is a significant but worthwhile investment. It is designed to be manageable even for those with full-time responsibilities, such as professionals, students, and parents. 

Admitted Fellows begin their summer assignments in June or July. 

The program year begins in earnest late August or early September, with:

• Weekly 2-hour cohort meetings (cohorts typically meet Sunday afternoon, Monday evening, or Tuesday evening)
• Monthly Saturday programs in the city focusing on a different industry/vocation
• Three quarterly weekend retreats, typically in September, midwinter, and late April/early May
• Extensive reading (15-20 pages per day) and several projects
• Guided daily devotionals (5 days a week)
• Monthly meeting with a New City mentor

All tuition goes towards program expenses, including: seminary or MBA-level weekly teaching for nine months from world-class local and national leaders; books and materials; online learning management system; and weekend retreat and Saturday program costs, including many meals, snacks, facilities, and room-and-board. Tuition covers roughly 40% of the cost required to run the program. The remainder of the cost of the program is heavily subsidized by generous supporters and partners. 

While the program tuition is not an insignificant amount of money for most individuals, for perspective, it may be helpful to consider that the average tuition for one seminary class is $2,000, one 3-hour credit MBA class is $3,500, and a typical executive-level leadership development course costs from $3,500 to $7,000 for a five-day program.

Gross tuition rates for New City Fellows, before scholarships and discounts are applied, are as follows. Early applications receive an automatic discount.

• Early Round 1 Deadline Applications (April 15) – $1,850 
• Early Round 2 Deadline Applications (May 15) – $2,000
• Standard Deadline Applications (May 30) – $2,100

Discounts and Scholarships are available and are typically awarded generously.

• Need-based scholarships – of either 1/2 or 1/4 reductions off of gross tuition. Requests for scholarships should be submitted in writing with application materials, in a letter indicating the amount requested and outlining the need for a scholarship.
• Couples discount – of either 50% off of gross tuition for the second spouse if sharing books, or 40% off if not sharing books. Each spouse should submit a separate application to the program. Couples should request either this couples discount, or a need-based scholarship, but not both.
• Payment plans are also available.

Apply at any time for the next class of New City Fellows. Applications will be reviewed starting March 1, when the Admissions season opens each year. There are benefits to applying early. See FAQ tab “What is the cost?” above for details.

• April 15 – Early Round 1 Deadline
• May 15 – Early Round 2 Deadline
• May 30 – Standard Deadline
• June – Decisions Announced & Welcome Reception
• June-August – Onboarding & Summer Assignments
• Late August-Early May – Official Program Year

Fellows are selected by our admissions committee on the basis of several criteria, including:

• emerging leaders in their mid-20s to mid-40s;
• commitment to the gospel, the church, and the renewal of our cities;
• spiritual maturity; and
• ability to fulfill their commitment to the Fellows program.

Email us with questions or schedule a coffee or call on us to explore joining the program.

You can also attend one of our Info Sessions, which take place every February through April.