<p>1) You have to send a transcript, so yes, they can see your grades.</p>
<p>2) As with all competitive HS programs, younger students will always be at a disadvantage due to older students generally having a greater level of maturity.</p>
<p>3) Dedication to foreign language learning as demonstrated from past experience. Experience in international travel and/or living abroad. Check the following for more tips:</p>
<p><a href=“NSLI-Y 2014-2015 (2012-2013 are welcome to put their input ) - Summer Programs - College Confidential Forums”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/summer-programs/1437516-nsli-y-2014-2015-2012-2013-are-welcome-to-put-their-input-p1.html</a></p>