I got a packet in the mail today saying that I was selected to attend this program. I’ve never heard of that before and have no idea how they got my name. I was just wondering if it’s legit or if it’s just something they send everybody.
It’s sent to everybody.
What I wrote From another post:
National Student Leadership Conference isn’t a “scam”…that is, they do have programs and those programs are legit. Now did they pick you individually because you are so awesome and everyone will be in awe of your leadership? no.
Is it worth it for the money? That is something you have to decide. My daughter did the Junior NSLC program and it was good for her in that she got a chance to do something independent. She learned some in the topics they presented. Got to meet other students from different parts of the country. These programs might be beneficial if you have never really done anything on your own before. Will they change your life? Not sure.
My niece did the People to People Ambassador program which is similar…They make it seem like an honor and all that…but she had a lower-middle-class upbringing and this was the first time she ever got out of the country…she went to Australia. For her it opened her eyes to different cultures and parts of the world that she would have never seen otherwise. But you could say it was a glorified travel tour.
I would think it as a “neutral” as far as college apps, but it may expose you to some different people and ideas.
I have attended the NYLF program and it was an amazing experience and lots of fun, but not put together at all. Everything seemed to be planed on the spot and out of place. Although you gain a great sense of independence after it and I feel it is good to learn to be thrown into a new environment and make friends.