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National Student Leadership Conference

The National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) is an immersive summer experience for middle and high school students to explore their interests, discover their passions, and cultivate their leadership skills. Founded in 1989 and sponsored by the National Student Leadership Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering and inspiring the next generation of leaders, the NSLC brings thousands of students together each summer for programs that offer hands-on, experiential learning across a range of academic and professional disciplines. 

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Why choose NSLC?

Interactive, fast-paced simulations encourage you to dig in and explore real scenarios you’ll face in your chosen field.

Develop the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills required to achieve your educational and career goals. 

Professionals take you behind the scenes of their day-to-day work, sharing stories from their careers and insider tips on the best ways for you to succeed. 

Immerse yourself in college life as you learn to navigate campus, study in university classrooms, dine in student cafeterias, and reside in on-campus dorms.

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Experience your future this summer.

NSLC is a truly unique experience that stays with you long after the summer ends - and with over 30 programs across the United States and abroad, there’s an NSLC summer for everyone. Students come to our programs from all over the world, giving you a new network of friends who share your interests and goals. Find your program, choose your location, and secure your spot through our online application.