With over 3500 applicants applying each year and an informal acceptance rate of roughly 15%, the NSLI-Y application process is quite competitive. A lot of questions have been answered on NSLI-Y’s FAQ page.Ram. 15, 1438 AH

NSLI-Y is a prestigious and selective U.S. Department of State overseas immersion program for American youth. NSLI-Y aims to provide a tangible incentive for the learning and use of foreign language, which is increasingly important in our interconnected world.

NSLI-Y seeks applicants who represent the diversity of the United States. Students of all racial, national origins, religious, gender identities and expression, sexual orientations, disabilities, and socio-economic backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Previous language study is not required.

six to seven weeks
Summer programs last six to seven weeks and typically start in mid-June to early July and end in early to mid-August. Program dates will be specified at the time of finalist notifications (March-April). All students will be enrolled in language classes and receive at least 120 hours of classroom language instruction.

Student Safety and Well-Being NSLI-Y programs are structured to promote the safety and well-being of participants to the extent possible, however, students and families need to be aware that there is inherent risk in study abroad and overseas travel.

The goal of NSLI-Y is to improve critical language skills among American youth and to spark a lifetime of interest in language learning. NSLI-Y aims to guide students toward continued language learning beyond their time on the program, and using language in their university studies and/or professional careers.

Launched in 2019, Virtual NSLI-Y is a 10-week, online, beginner-level foreign language and culture experience, in line with the ACTFL World Readiness Standards.

National Security Language Initiative for Youth
The U.S. Department of State’s National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) program was launched in 2006 to promote critical language learning among American youth.

The U.S. Department of State’s National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) program was launched in 2006 to promote critical language learning among American youth.

10 Ways to Study Abroad

1. Book a study abroad program through your university.
2. Find study abroad programs through a third-party provider.
3. Enroll directly with a university overseas.
4. Take a global independent study.
5. Supplement your learning with field research abroad.
6. Intern for school credit.

NSLI-Y is a very selective program with a 19.9% acceptance rate. McElwee was accepted into the program as one of 600 U.S teens annually admitted to the program.Rab. I 26, 1441 AH

NSLI-Y programs provide intensive language immersion in a variety of locations around the world. Beginners are encouraged to apply for any of the target languages; previous language experience is not required.

National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) The U.S. Department of State’s NSLI-Y is part of a U.S. government initiative to foster international cooperation by ensuring that Americans have the necessary linguistic skills and cultural knowledge to effectively communicate globally.

Receive NSLI-Y Application Updates! The 2021-22 application deadline is November 5, 2020 at 4 PM Eastern Time. Details about the program timeline can be found on the How to Apply tab.

The biggest impression that my experience made was my view on the world. NSLI-Y opened my eyes up to a world of opportunities available and has sparked a passion within me to continue both my study of Russian, but also pursue other languages like Turkish. – Joshua, NSLI-Y Alumnus