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How much does it cost?

This year’s sponsorship fee is just $385 and may be paid by family members, schools or raised by community donations. Information on how to raise the sponsorship fee is sent upon receipt of the application and an outline of activities.

NTLP is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Sponsorship fees include:
University accommodations, all meals, seminar materials, program book, tee shirt and so much more.
Are accommodations included?

Yes! Students stay on site at the university in the dorms.
Are the men and women separated in their sleeping arrangements?

Yes, of course. Depending on the university, students either have their own building or are separated by floors.
How long has NTLP been in business?

NTLP began in 1992 and 2008 celebrates our 17th anniversary. During that time, we have produced 38 programs for over 8000 students.
What kind of program is this?

Motivational, educational and inspirational! During the weekend students hear from professional motivational speakers, take part in interactive workshops and small group sessions – all around the concepts of leadership, teamwork, and diversity.
Is there a religious affiliation?

No. NTLP is a LEADERSHIP camp. We are open to students of all faiths, Nationalities, ethnicities and belief systems. We do offer an optional non-denomiNational service on Sunday morning. Students enjoy coming together to share their combined spiritual beliefs.
If I live in the area, do I have to stay on site, or can I come and go during the weekend?

Students must remain on campus during the weekend. Our programs start early and end late, plus there is a special camaraderie and bonding shared by getting to know your roommate and staying in a dorm-like atmosphere. If there is some reason that the student must leave for a short while during the camp, it must be pre-arranged prior to attending NTLP and the parent or guardian must pick up and return the student to the program.
Do I have to raise sponsorships or can I, or a parent pay?

Sponsorships are not required. We make this option available to you to help defray costs and so that anyone, from any financial situation can attend. If it is feasible for you or a parent to pay the entire fee, you are more than welcome to do that – just be sure to list yourself or your parents as the sponsors!

Also – Can I pay in installments? Yes you can. Your first payment is $100, due at your first deadline. Subsequent payments can be spread out, but must be paid in full at least 30 days prior to the program.

Also – What if I have to cancel? Payments are refundable to the sponsor only.

All payments are fully refundable up to 90 days prior to the program.
From 90 – 60 days there is a nominal $15 cancellation charge.
From 60 – 30 days there is a $50 cancellation charge.

Cancellations within 30 days to the date of the conference are subject to a $100 cancel charge, based on reason for cancellation.

All payments made my Visa or MasterCard carry a $10 cancel fee regardless of time of cancellation.

Program fees are generally NON REFUNDABLE within one week to the program and especially for no shows on arrival. Please understand that rooms and meals have been prepaid at this point, staffing has been secured, materials and tee shirts ordered, name tags and door signs made and groups have been set up based on your attendance. If cancellation is unavoidable due to illness or a matter of a serious nature, please call our office to discuss refund options.
Where did you get my name?

Preliminary mailings early in the year are from past participants and school recommendations, plus names of students already in our database. Subsequent mailings are generally from a list service and so might be considered "random." However, consider this: We have found some of our best leaders from these mailings. When a student gets a brochure, they have the opportunity to make their own choice. They have to say ‘this is something I want to do!' and take the initiative to return the application. So many students are not recommended by their schools because they might not be in student council or have stood out in a way that got them noticed. Or maybe they just didn’t know someone who went to NTLP before. That doesn't mean they are not a leader or shouldn't have the same opportunities as anyone else to come to NTLP. We are open to all students. Our main criteria for attending is that the student clearly want to come. Once registered, we’ll ask if there is anyone else they would like to invite. Leaders usually know other leaders! That is how we find the best and brightest to attend NTLP!

We will always be honest with you at NTLP. If you want to know who recommended you or where we got your name, we will do our best to tell you or at least give you the names of alumni who might be currently at your school.
I got my information after the deadline. Can I still apply to attend the program?

Yes! Sometimes the mail just takes a while to reach you or perhaps when you received the application you were not ready to make a decision regarding your summer plans. We always accept applications at any time, until we are full. In the event of a full camp, we take applications in the order they were received. So send in your application as soon as you are ready – there is no obligation to receive a sponsor packet.
What age groups can attend?

NTLP is open to students who will be entering 9th grade in the Fall (current 8th graders), through students who will graduate in May/June (current seniors). If you are younger, please call to discuss whether this camp is appropriate for you. Students are roomed with those in like grades. For instance, we do not room incoming Freshman with Seniors, but they are mixed in our small group sessions.
Who are the advisors on site?

NTLP is staffed by our wonderful alumni. The requirement is that they have to had attended NTLP while in high school, graduated and completed at least 1 year of collage or work experience. Every year we have a few 'rookies', outstanding teens that attended last year and are now in college. The remaining 35 range in age from 20 to 32, and many have staffed our program for over 10 years. Staff are not paid to attend. More than volunteers, they pay their room and board for this privilege. Most are in college or college graduates. Four have Masters. There are also a few of us ‘old’ people on site as well.

Students are not allowed to leave the campus during the weekend. If they drive, we hold their car keys. They never cross the campus alone and we have group meetings at curfew to ensure everyone is where they are supposed to be. Security and safety are our #1 priority, followed closely, of course, by motivating, inspiring and teaching leadership skills.

The staff are there to lead, mentor and befriend the participants. They lead the group sessions, mix and mingle with the attendees and are positioned throughout the floors in the dorms. While it may look like they are having as much fun as the participants, they know to keep a watchful eye. They are trained to watch for cliques that might form, students who seem isolated, the occasional prankster and any ‘hook up’s that came together or formed during the weekend. Once attendees themselves, they know what to look for and how to nicely diffuse issues without embarrassment to the student. They are well-trained before camp in group facilitation skills, conflict resolution, teamwork etc. and they are excellent role models for the attendees. Personally I think they are some of the finest young men and women on the face of the planet.