what is the program?

Summer Excelerator is a week-long leadership and pre-professional program for current high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Housed at the NYU Bronfman Center – a hub for downtown Jewish student life – the experience blends leadership development training and Jewish identity building. Using New York City as a canvas, participants will explore their identities while gaining valuable professional and leadership skills.

who can apply?

you are creative, driven, talented and excited to gain professional skills in a cohort experience
you identify as Jewish and want to learn about different Jewish backgrounds and experiences while exploring your own identity
you are currently in grades 10-12
you live within a commutable distance of NYC (no housing provided)

what will you gain?

confidence as you apply for college knowing you have a university-based program on your resume, with an nyu certificate of completion
entrepreneurial skills that will put you a step ahead of your peers
a new network of friends, colleagues, and mentors that will contribute to a life-changing summer
a taste of what it’s like to be a student at nyu by receiving access to nyu’s campus and facilities

what will you do?

learn professional and leadership skills to prepare you for college and beyond
explore cultural sites and the jewish nonprofit sphere with nyc as your canvas
engage with your jewish identity and expand your jewish community
build relationships within your cohort, deepening your relationships with each other and yourself

next steps

submit your application by the april 17th deadline!
contact Mel Friedel (mrf7797@nyu.edu) with any questions about the program or application process
get ready for the best summer of your life!

summer 2023 details:

cohort 1: July 10th - July 14th
cohort 2: July 31st - August 4th
program fee: $600, not including $20 application fee (scholarships available)

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