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    NYLF Medicine & Health Care

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    A hands-on pre-college medical experience combining clinical skills, simulations, career exploration and college-campus life.

    Last verified: 21 Aug 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
    NYLF Medicine & Health Care

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    NYLF Medicine Programme at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    US Grades 9-12

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 14-18

    Location / Region

    Houston; Berkeley; Los Angeles; New Haven; Atlanta

    Cost

    From $4,499

    Duration

    8 days

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    Accommodation: Campus dorms for residential students

    Meals: Room and board; commuter lunches

    Certificate / Outcome: Certificate of Achievement

    Latest verified cycle: 2027

    College credit: 1 commuter; 2 residential

    NYLF Medicine Programme summary

    NYLF Medicine & Health Care is an immersive pre-college experience focused on practical exposure to medical study and careers.

    Students rotate through clinical skills, emergency simulations, ethics discussions, professional talks and a collaborative medical case study.

    It suits students who want to test their interest in health care through structured, hands-on learning rather than classroom study alone.

    What is NYLF Medicine & Health Care?

    NYLF Medicine & Health Care is an Envision pre-college programme that introduces students to medicine through clinical practice, simulations and career exploration. Students learn in university settings and experience aspects of campus life.

    The programme combines skills rotations, medical ethics, emergency scenarios, site visits and talks from health care professionals. Its sample itinerary also includes team activities, city exploration and a group medical case-study presentation.

    Why Succeed highlights NYLF Medicine Programme

    • Clinical rotations cover practical techniques including blood-pressure measurement, phlebotomy, suturing and knot tying.

    • Disaster-triage and outdoor-medicine simulations ask students to apply emergency skills under pressure.

    • Medical school visits and professional panels connect practical activities with education and career pathways.

    • Successful participants gain a Certificate of Achievement and one or two George Mason University credits.

    Who is NYLF Medicine Programme for?

    Best for

    Motivated high school students who want practical exposure to medicine, nursing, public health or related careers before choosing a university pathway.

    Not ideal if

    You want a low-cost, highly specialised research course or prefer academic study without simulations, group activities and campus living.

    Is NYLF Medicine Programme worth it?

    NYLF Medicine & Health Care can be worthwhile for students who learn best by doing. Its combination of clinical practice, simulations, professional perspectives and campus experience offers a broad test of whether health care feels like the right direction.

    The main limitation is value for money: it is a substantial investment for a short programme, and participation alone will not secure a future medical-school place. The strongest return comes from reflecting on the experience and using it to guide later study, volunteering and career exploration.

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

    Cost and what is included

    From $4,499; includes Residential room and board, Lectures and clinical simulations, Curriculum and materials, College-credit costs, Programme staff support, On-campus lunches for commuters.

    Accommodation

    Campus dorms for residential students

    Meals

    Room and board; commuter lunches

    Provider details

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

    Dates and logistics

    8 days; Houston; Berkeley; Los Angeles; New Haven; Atlanta.

    What to check before committing

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

    Compare this programme with similar options before deciding on dates, cost, format and fit.

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    How much preparation does NYLF Medicine Programme need?

    Effort level

    Moderate to high during the programme.

    Best started

    Compare campuses and funding at least two to three months before your preferred session.

    Main challenge

    Absorbing unfamiliar clinical ideas while contributing confidently to practical group work.

    Typical preparation

    • Review the campus and session options with a parent or guardian.

    • Plan tuition, travel and funding early, particularly if applying for a scholarship.

    • Refresh basic human biology and practise explaining why health care interests you.

    Useful if

    You want to test a serious interest in medicine before university.

    What do students do on NYLF Medicine Programme?

    Students move through a structured campus itinerary that combines medical skills, career exploration, simulations and social activities.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Check in, meet your advisor and join orientation activities.

    2. 2

      Explore routes into medicine through seminars and professional speakers.

    3. 3

      Practise vital signs, phlebotomy, suturing and surgical knot tying.

    4. 4

      Visit a medical school or simulation centre and examine medical ethics.

    5. 5

      Explore biomedical engineering, nursing and different health care careers.

    6. 6

      Apply emergency skills in disaster-triage and outdoor-medicine simulations.

    7. 7

      Prepare and deliver a team medical case-study presentation.

    8. 8

      Complete the programme with a closing ceremony and departure day.

    NYLF Medicine Programme dates and deadlines

    Houston session

    26 June-3 July 2027

    Eight-day residential programme.

    Reference date

    Berkeley session

    25 July-1 August 2027

    Eight-day residential programme.

    Reference date

    Los Angeles session

    26 June-3 July 2027

    First eight-day residential run.

    Reference date

    Los Angeles session

    15-22 July 2027

    Second eight-day residential run.

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    New Haven session

    6-13 July 2027

    First eight-day residential run.

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    New Haven session

    16-23 July 2027

    Second eight-day residential run.

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    New Haven session

    25 July-1 August 2027

    Third eight-day residential run.

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    Atlanta session

    6-13 July 2027

    Eight-day residential programme.

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    Ann Arbor session

    26 June-3 July 2027

    Eight-day residential programme.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students in US Grades 9-12

    • Interest in medicine or health care careers

    • Commitment to practical and collaborative learning

    How much does NYLF Medicine Programme cost?

    2027 residential tuition

    From $4,499 — Varies by campus.

    Funding or discounts

    • Partial scholarships: $250-$750 — Most awards fall within this range.
    • Full-tuition scholarships: Limited awards — Available to select top candidates.
    • Payment plan: $499 upfront — Remaining tuition is split into monthly payments.

    What's included

    Residential room and board, Lectures and clinical simulations, Curriculum and materials, College-credit costs, Programme staff support, On-campus lunches for commuters

    How to apply to NYLF Medicine Programme

    1. 1

      Choose a campus, date and available programme format.

    2. 2

      Open the programme-specific Envision enrolment application.

    3. 3

      Complete the required student and enrolment details.

    4. 4

      Pay tuition in full or select an available monthly payment plan.

    5. 5

      Apply separately for scholarships or grants if financial support is needed.

    What does NYLF Medicine Programme cover?

    The programme covers the following focus areas.

    Clinical skills

    Practise blood-pressure measurement, phlebotomy, suturing and surgical knot tying.

    Emergency medicine

    Apply triage, wound-care, bleeding-control and splinting principles in simulations.

    Medical ethics

    Consider ethical concepts through scenarios faced by health care professionals.

    Health care careers

    Explore medicine, nursing, physical therapy and biomedical engineering pathways.

    Case communication

    Collaborate on a medical case study and present clinical insights clearly.

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

    What is a typical day on NYLF Medicine Programme?

    A typical day during the programme.

    Day 1

    Registration, orientation, advisor groups and welcome activities.

    Days 2 3

    Career talks, patient history and two clinical-skills rotations.

    Days 4 6

    Site visits, ethics, career exploration and emergency simulations.

    Days 7 8

    A team case presentation, closing activities and check-out.

    Who teaches on NYLF Medicine Programme?

    Students hear from health care professionals such as surgeons, nurses and biomedical experts through talks, panels and workshops. Advisors and programme staff support classroom groups and practical activities.

    Named speakers and programme content may vary by session and location.

    Where do students stay on NYLF Medicine Programme?

    Residential plan

    • Campus accommodation: Students sleep in university dorms and experience campus life.
    • Room and board: Residential tuition includes room and board.
    • Staff support: Programme staff and a 24/7 support network assist students.

    Non-residential plan

    • Day attendance: Commuter places suit students within daily travelling distance.
    • Campus lunches: Commuter tuition includes on-campus lunches.

    Room configuration and bathroom arrangements are not specified.

    What happens after NYLF Medicine Programme?

    After completing this programme, participants often pursue:

    Use the med-school preparation plan to map future academic steps.

    Add a Certificate of Achievement to a developing portfolio.

    Receive one or two George Mason University college credits.

    Use practical exposure to refine health care career interests.

    Build on the experience through study, volunteering or internships.

    Participation does not guarantee admission to a university or medical school.

    Where does NYLF Medicine Programme take place?

    The verified 2027 residential sessions are listed in Houston, Berkeley, Los Angeles, New Haven, Atlanta and Ann Arbor. The programme uses university campuses and may include a medical school or simulation-centre visit plus supervised exploration of the host city.

    Programme locations and site visits may change.

    NYLF Medicine Programme FAQs

    Envision describes it as a pre-college medical experience rather than a camp. It combines clinical practice, simulations, career exploration and university-campus life.

    It is intended for motivated students in US Grades 9-12 who are interested in medicine, nursing, health care administration, public health or related careers.

    Activities include measuring blood pressure, phlebotomy, suturing, surgical knot tying, patient assessment, triage, wound care and splinting.

    Yes. Residential participants receive two George Mason University credits, while commuter participants receive one.

    The programme offers commuter and residential formats. Commuter students travel to the programme each day and receive on-campus lunches.

    It includes room and board, lectures, simulations, curriculum and materials, college-credit costs and programme staff.

    Envision offers scholarships, limited grants, fundraising support and monthly payment options. Most scholarships are partial, with a select number of full-tuition awards.

    Envision calls it a selective pre-college programme and encourages students with a strong interest in health care and learning to attend. No acceptance rate or academic cut-off is stated.

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    Sean Stevens

    Co-founder, Succeed | Founder, Immerse Education (2012–2026)

    Sean works at the intersection of academic enrichment, programme quality and university preparation, with expertise in evaluating pre-university experiences for ambitious secondary school students.

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    Sources and verification

    Source types reviewed

    • Envision
    • Student Health & Safety | Envision by WorldStrides Pre-College Programs
    • Scholarships & Grants for Envision Programs | Envision
    • NYLF Medicine & Health Care Monthly Payment Plan | Envision by WorldStrides
    • Pre-College Medical Program for High School Students | Envision NYLF Medicine & Health Care

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