ULI Real Estate Diversity Initiative Opens Applications for Fall 2025 Cohort

Date Posted: September 9, 2025

Posted In: Organizations, Regionalism, Workforce,

The ULI St. Louis Real Estate Diversity Initiative (REDI) is now accepting applications for its 2025 program, a two-phase curriculum designed to expand opportunities for women and professionals of color in real estate development. The program runs 14 sessions in total and provides participants with hands-on experience developing a project plan, financial pro forma, and marketing strategy.

The fall session, focusing on feasibility, is scheduled for October 6 through November 18. The winter session, covering execution, will take place January 6 through February 24. Classes will be held Monday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., with one optional Saturday workshop through UrbanPlan.

Tuition is $400, with limited financial assistance available. A childcare stipend will also be provided for the weekend session.

Applications are due September 19, 2025.

Graduates of the program have noted its impact on both professional confidence and community development. “I feel more prepared and confident with leading organizations in developing plans to revitalize our underserved communities into beautiful places to live, work and play,” said graduate Tashara Earl.

For more information or to apply, visit the program’s application page.