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    NYLF Business Innovation

    by Envision

    An immersive pre-college business programme built around strategy, finance, marketing, product development and a team boardroom presentation.

    Last verified: 21 Aug 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
    NYLF Business Innovation

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    NYLF Business Innovation at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Grades 9-12; admissions criteria apply

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 14-18

    Location / Region

    New Haven, Connecticut; Atlanta, Georgia; Berkeley, California

    Cost

    From $4,499

    Duration

    8 days

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    Business & EconomicsEntrepreneurshipFinance

    Accommodation: University-campus housing

    Meals: On-site meals included

    Certificate / Outcome: Certificate and 2 college credits

    Main output: Team boardroom presentation

    Tutors / faculty: Industry professionals and programme advisors

    NYLF Business Innovation summary

    NYLF Business Innovation uses case studies, simulations and team challenges to introduce how companies attract customers, manage money, assess risk and develop products.

    Students collaborate on business problems, hear from industry professionals and build towards a professional-style boardroom presentation.

    It suits students who want an applied introduction to business leadership and are comfortable learning intensively with a residential peer group.

    What is NYLF Business Innovation?

    NYLF Business Innovation is an experiential pre-college programme managed by Envision by WorldStrides. It introduces business strategy, finance, marketing and product development through applied case studies rather than lecture-only teaching.

    Students form teams, analyse practical commercial problems and hear from professionals about business careers and decision-making. The experience culminates in a boardroom-style presentation where teams explain their proposed solutions and respond to questions.

    Why Succeed highlights NYLF Business Innovation

    • The curriculum connects customer acquisition, financial management, strategy and product development in one coherent business experience.

    • Applied case studies and team challenges ask students to use business concepts rather than simply hear about them.

    • Industry speakers and Q&A sessions add practical perspectives on marketing, finance, leadership and strategy.

    • The final boardroom presentation gives students a clear output through which to practise professional communication.

    • Residential campus life combines academic exploration with teamwork, independence and peer connections.

    Who is NYLF Business Innovation for?

    Best for

    Students who want a hands-on introduction to business and enjoy teamwork, presentations and an intensive residential environment.

    Not ideal if

    You want a specialist course focused entirely on one area such as accounting, economics or coding, or prefer primarily independent study.

    Is NYLF Business Innovation worth it?

    NYLF Business Innovation can be worthwhile for students who want to test their interest in business through structured, collaborative work. Its strongest value lies in the combination of applied case studies, professional perspectives, a final presentation and residential campus experience.

    The fee is substantial, and participation alone will not transform a university application. Students will gain more if they reflect on the problems they solved, the feedback they received and how the experience changed their academic or career interests.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    From $4,499; includes Room and board for residential students, Lectures, simulations, curriculum and materials, Programme activities and local transportation, On-site meals, Supervisory staff, College-credit costs, Certificate of Achievement.

    Accommodation

    University-campus housing

    Meals

    On-site meals included

    Supervision or safety information

    Yes. The listed sessions use a residential format on university campuses, with housing and programme supervision included.

    Provider details

    Review the Envision provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    Dates and logistics

    8 days; New Haven, Connecticut; Atlanta, Georgia; Berkeley, California.

    What to check before committing

    Confirm current dates, payment terms, travel arrangements, cancellation rules and what is included with the provider.

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    How much preparation does NYLF Business Innovation need?

    Effort level

    High and concentrated.

    Best started

    Begin planning two to three months before your preferred session, allowing time for admissions, funding, travel and residential forms.

    Main challenge

    Turning several strands of business analysis into one persuasive team recommendation.

    Typical preparation

    • Review basic profit-and-loss, budgeting and customer-journey concepts.

    • Practise explaining a business idea clearly in two or three minutes.

    • Prepare examples of teamwork and leadership for the admissions process.

    • Arrange travel only after receiving official enrolment confirmation.

    Useful if

    You have practised presenting ideas, reading simple financial statements and contributing constructively to group work.

    What do students do on NYLF Business Innovation?

    Students progress from business foundations to applied team challenges and a final presentation. Campus activities, professional talks and group reflection run alongside the academic work.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Meet programme advisors and join a classroom team.

    2. 2

      Map customer journeys and explore customer-acquisition strategies.

    3. 3

      Analyse profit-and-loss statements, budgets and forecasts.

    4. 4

      Assess organisational strategy and business risks.

    5. 5

      Use design thinking to develop a product roadmap.

    6. 6

      Refine a team solution and professional presentation.

    7. 7

      Deliver the boardroom presentation and respond to questions.

    8. 8

      Reflect on progress before departure.

    NYLF Business Innovation dates and deadlines

    New Haven session 1

    26 June-3 July 2027

    Eight-day residential session.

    Reference date

    New Haven session 2

    6-13 July 2027

    Eight-day residential session.

    Reference date

    Atlanta session

    17-24 July 2027

    Eight-day residential session.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students must be in Grades 9-12.

    • High-school applicants require a minimum 3.0 GPA.

    • Applicants answer two short 200-500-word essay questions.

    • Applicants provide a mentor who can discuss their achievements.

    • Nominated and independently applying students may seek admission.

    How much does NYLF Business Innovation cost?

    Residential tuition

    From $4,499 — Session prices range from $4,499 to $4,599.

    Funding or discounts

    • Payment-plan deposit: $499 — Includes a $450 deposit and $49 deposit fee.
    • Scholarships: Usually $250-$750 — A limited number of full-tuition awards are offered.
    • Payment plans: Monthly instalments — Available during the published payment-plan period.

    What's included

    Room and board for residential students, Lectures, simulations, curriculum and materials, Programme activities and local transportation, On-site meals, Supervisory staff, College-credit costs, Certificate of Achievement

    How to apply to NYLF Business Innovation

    1. 1

      Open the official Envision enrolment portal.

    2. 2

      Sign in with your Student ID if you received an invitation.

    3. 3

      If you do not have an ID, submit your details for eligibility confirmation.

    4. 4

      Complete an application if Envision cannot confirm your eligibility directly.

    5. 5

      Select a session and complete enrolment to secure a place.

    6. 6

      Use the personalised post-enrolment page to complete required forms.

    What does NYLF Business Innovation cover?

    The programme covers the following focus areas.

    Customer acquisition

    Map customer journeys and examine how companies generate and convert leads.

    Finance and forecasting

    Interpret profit-and-loss statements, build budgets and test financial choices.

    Strategy and risk

    Evaluate organisational challenges and propose practical risk-management responses.

    Product management

    Apply design thinking and develop a simple product roadmap.

    Professional communication

    Practise public speaking, peer feedback and boardroom-style presentation skills.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on NYLF Business Innovation?

    A typical day during the programme.

    Arrival and orientation

    Register, meet advisors and peers, and begin introductory business activities.

    Business foundations

    Combine speaker sessions, case studies and team business challenges.

    Campus and social time

    Join campus tours, group activities, city exploration and evening team time.

    Presentation and departure

    Deliver the boardroom presentation, reflect with the group and check out.

    Who teaches on NYLF Business Innovation?

    Industry professionals contribute talks and Q&A sessions on marketing, finance, leadership and strategy. Programme advisors facilitate classroom groups, educational activities and residential supervision.

    Envision reports an overall student-to-staff ratio of 8:1 and classroom ratios between 17:1 and 25:1 across its programmes.

    Where do students stay on NYLF Business Innovation?

    Residential plan

    • Campus housing: Students live in university-campus accommodation with programme peers and staff.
    • Room and board: Residential tuition includes room and board and on-site meals.
    • Supervision: Trained staff supervise students, take attendance and conduct nightly room checks.
    • Campus experience: The itinerary includes a campus tour, evening activities and host-city exploration.

    Room arrangements depend on the housing location; provider-wide guidance says rooms generally house two to four students with shared bathrooms.

    What happens after NYLF Business Innovation?

    After completing this programme, participants often pursue:

    Earn a Certificate of Achievement after successful completion.

    Residential participants can earn two George Mason University college credits.

    Use the final presentation as evidence of teamwork and communication.

    Reflect on business specialisms before choosing future courses.

    Build a clearer account of your commercial and career interests.

    Participation supports exploration and reflection but does not guarantee university admission or a business career outcome.

    Where does NYLF Business Innovation take place?

    The programme lists university-campus experiences in New Haven, Atlanta and Berkeley, including Yale University, Georgia Tech and UC Berkeley's Clark Kerr Campus. The itinerary combines campus activity with supervised exploration of the host city.

    The programme is independently managed by Envision by WorldStrides and is not sponsored or endorsed by Yale University or Georgia Tech.

    NYLF Business Innovation FAQs

    It is intended for students in Grades 9-12 who want to explore business careers, college life and leadership through applied group work.

    The curriculum covers customer acquisition, financial management, strategy, risk, product management, design thinking and professional communication.

    Yes. The listed sessions use a residential format on university campuses, with housing and programme supervision included.

    Students complete case-study work, financial and strategy exercises, a product roadmap and a professional-style team boardroom presentation.

    Residential participants can receive two George Mason University college credits after successfully completing the programme. The credit cost is included in tuition.

    Residential tuition includes room and board, on-site meals, lectures, simulations, curriculum materials, activities, local programme transportation, supervisory staff, college-credit costs and a Certificate of Achievement.

    Envision offers scholarships, grants, fundraising support and payment plans. Most scholarship awards are partial, while a limited number of full-tuition scholarships are available.

    Professionally trained staff supervise students in a controlled residential environment. Envision also describes attendance checks, nightly room checks, an 8:1 overall student-to-staff ratio and 24/7 emergency support.

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    Sources and verification

    Source types reviewed

    • Envision
    • Student Health & Safety | Envision by WorldStrides Pre-College Programs
    • Experiential Learning Program FAQs | Envision
    • Scholarships & Grants for Envision Programs | Envision
    • NYLF Business Innovation Monthly Payment Plan | Envision by WorldStrides
    • Pre-College Business Program for High School Students | Envision NYLF Business Innovation

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