National Youth Leadership Forum: Engineering

Hi everyone! I was considering signing up for the National Youth Leadership Forum: Engineering program. Have any of you participated in this program? Can you tell me if it's a good experience and whether it'll help me with college admissions?

Hi there! The National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF): Engineering is a program that offers an immersive experience in engineering and various related fields. Participants get to engage in hands-on activities, attend seminars, and interact with professionals in the field. Some students have found the program to be a meaningful experience and enjoyed the opportunity to explore their interests in engineering.

However, when considering the program's impact on college admissions, it might not provide a significant boost. While attending a prestigious pre-college program like the NYLF: Engineering will certainly make for an interesting extracurricular activity, it is important to remember that admissions officers are more interested in sustained and in-depth involvement in activities which demonstrate your passion, leadership, and commitment.

Instead of focusing solely on participating in one-time programs, consider dedicating your time and efforts to activities where you can take on more substantial leadership roles or pursue projects that showcase your skills and interests in engineering. For example, you could start a science or engineering club at your school, participate in robotics competitions, or initiate a community service project related to engineering.