A must-attend webinar for parents who want their child to gain the competitive edge in today’s ultra-selective college admissions landscape.
This webinar was developed in collaboration with our esteemed advisory board of college admissions officers from top-tier universities and respected private admissions consultants.
We extend our sincere gratitude to them for generously contributing their time, insights, and expertise to help families understand how GYEL prepares students for success in both college and beyond.
With acceptance rates plummeting below 10% at world-class universities, even strong GPAs, SAT & ACT scores are no longer enough.
Executive Director, Global Youth Excellence and Leadership
CS, United Nations Economic and Social Council
UN Headquarters credentials & security clearance
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GYEL is the only global excellence program specifically designed by college admissions officers, educators, diplomats, and industry leaders that operates within the United Nations system.
The data speaks for itself. In a recent survey:
The Global Youth Excellence & Leadership (GYEL) program was recently invited to speak and featured in a national webinar co-hosted by U.S. News and CollegeAdvisor.com, titled “Start Early to Stand Out.” Designed to equip families with high-impact strategies for college success, the session featured GYEL as the voice on global leadership and extracurricular distinction.
The co-host of the event, Natalie Herring, brings nearly 30 years of senior admissions experience from some of the most selective institutions in the world, including the University of Pennsylvania, University of Chicago, and Dartmouth College. She has shaped admissions policy, reviewed thousands of applications, and guided students from all backgrounds to top-tier universities
During the session, Natalie emphasized the importance of starting early, building leadership experience, and developing a global perspective, and recommended GYEL for students striving to become the kind of applicants top colleges seek.
With our foundation in the United Nations system, global faculty, and hands-on curriculum, GYEL is consistently recognized by leading institutions and education experts as a program that empowers students to thrive—not just in admissions, but in life.
During the session, Natalie emphasized the importance of starting early, building leadership experience, and developing a global perspective, and recommended GYEL for students striving to become the kind of applicants top colleges seek.
With our foundation in the United Nations system, global faculty, and hands-on curriculum, GYEL is consistently recognized by leading institutions and education experts as a program that empowers students to thrive—not just in admissions, but in life.
This information is especially valuable if your child:
Don’t miss this opportunity to give your child the competitive edge that many applicants to top universities simply don’t have.
The Global Youth Excellence and Leadership Program operates within the UN system through formal Institutional Agreements with UN-affiliated organizations. Scholarships are available to ensure no qualified student is turned away for financial reasons.
Empowering students —particularly the underprivileged—for top university admissions, leadership, and excellence in STEM, economics, law, and beyond.
GYEL is one of the only programs within the United Nations system designed to support students with unique strengths—whether inside or outside the classroom—who aspire to attend top universities and build impactful careers that contribute to a greater global future.
While the UN primarily focuses on essential life necessities such as clean water and healthcare, our Coalition Partners to the UN recognize that higher education is also a critical milestone and a powerful tool for breaking the cycle of poverty.
Our philosophy is that higher education and access to top universities are essential for students to pursue specialized learning, deepen their expertise, drive groundbreaking research, collaborate with changemakers, and build a more just and prosperous society.
GYEL’s contribution to the UN system is to collaborate with university admissions officers, educators, and education consultants to understand what is missing from the students they seek to admit, then bridge that gap by providing tailored programs that align with the desires of the world’s leading universities. We equip students with the resources, knowledge, experiences, networks, and opportunities to effectively showcase their strengths, stand out in competitive admissions, and secure their place at world-class universities—where they can further their specialized education and build meaningful careers that create lasting impact on society and the world.
While many programs focus on broad student development, GYEL is uniquely designed to support students—whether they excel in academics, leadership, STEM, entrepreneurship, or other fields—by providing them with the experiences and opportunities needed to stand out in competitive university admissions.
GYEL collaborates with admissions professionals from top global universities to understand what they look for in applicants, identify common gaps, and provide students with the skills and experiences needed to become successful candidates.
Students receive direct guidance from world-class leaders, industry pioneers, and coalition partners to the United Nations, opening doors to unique opportunities that set them apart in admissions and future careers.
91% of alumni believed GYEL strengthened their university applications. Additionally, more than 93% of parents felt that GYEL helped their child stand out in college and scholarship applications, with 96% saying they would recommend the program to other families.
GYEL identifies and invests in students with potential, regardless of where their strengths lie, ensuring they gain the experiences, recommendations, and real-world preparation needed to thrive at the highest levels.
We support students from all socioeconomic backgrounds who show promise, ensuring that access to opportunity is based on effort, ability, and potential—not privilege.
With decades of expertise, a world-class network, and direct collaboration with universities, GYEL is more than a
program—it’s a launchpad for top universities, meaningful careers, and global impact.