Q: What are the accommodations?

A: Rooming for Camp Sports is located in the Ner Israel High School. Rooms, Beis Medrash are air-conditioned. Sports fields are nearby.

Q: Is there free time on the program? If so, how much?

A: Yes. Shabbos afternoon, every evening, and other assorted times.

Q: What is the dress code?

A: No shorts in the Beis Medrash or Dining Room. Shabbos clothes for Shabbos. Head covered at all times (with yarmulke or baseball hat).

Q: Are 8th graders allowed on the program?

A: Students finishing the 8th grade are considered for this program.

Q: Do you tend to get a large percentage from a certain age group?

A: Yes. Ages 13-16.

Q: Are religious services mandatory?

A: Yes, but workshops and discussion groups are available for beginners.

Q: What is an average daily schedule?

A: See Sample camp schedule

Q: What kind of learning is there, and how much?

A: 2 sessions of 50 minutes. 3 kids on average with an advisor. Sessions are given on all levels. Topics can be accommodated.

Q: How many kids do you expect on the programs?

A: We expect to have between 110 and120 campers.

Q: What kinds of activities are there?

A: League sports in softball, football, soccer, frisbee, basketball. There is free sports time in all sports in the evening. Many trips- 30 mile bike hike, minor and major league baseball game, Washington mall, Holocaust Museum, ESPN Zone, Baltimore Inner Harbor, Lazer Tag, Arcade, lazer light show, Jillians, Hershey Park, Corn Maze, 5 mile water hike, mini golf, bowling, and Krispy Kreme.

Q: Do you separate campers based on skill level or by age?

A: During the Torah learning, the campers are separated by skill level.

Q: Is there specialized instruction available on request?

A: Within reason.

Q: How do I apply for an NCSY Summer Program?

A: The complete application is available online HERE. 

Q: What forms do I need to fill out before I can be accepted?

A: Acceptance decisions will not be made without a completed application, recommendation letters, and medical waivers.  ** Please note, some programs require a telephone interview before an acceptance decision is made.**

Q: I have applied, now what?

A: Upon completion of your online application, you will receive a confirmation email. Most NCSY Summer Programs also require a brief telephone interview as part of the application process. In the unlikely event that you do not receive a phone call to schedule your interview within three weeks of submitting your online application, kindly send an email to or call us at 1-888-TOUR-4-YOU.

Q: Until when can I apply for the programs?

A: All programs work under a rolling admission system which means that there is no final date to apply to the program. Once the program reaches capacity, we will stop accepting applications for that program. Most programs fill to capacity sooner rather then later so applying right away is always recommended.

Q: Are scholarships available for NCSY Summer Programs?

A: Yes! The financial aid application is part of the online registration process. Scholarship decisions are based on need and are made after an applicant has been accepted.  Please note, many outside organizations offer scholarships for summer programs. You might consider calling your local Federation, ZOA, JCC or Synagogue for scholarship assistance.

Q: What forms do I need to send to NCSY before I can go on a program?

A: After being accepted, you must submit a packet of legal forms and medical forms. All forms will be sent to you in a confirmation email upon completion of the online registration process.

Q: When will I know if I have been accepted?

A: All programs will be accepting applicants on a rolling basis. You can expect to have an answer about three weeks after interviews have been conducted. If more than three weeks have passed since your interview and you have not been contacted regarding your participation, kindly send an email to or call us at 1-888-TOUR-4-YOU.

Q: When can I expect to receive an information packet for my program?

A: Packets will be mailed out before Pesach. These packets will include packing lists, itineraries, flight information, specific program codes of conduct and other VERY IMPORTANT information. It is crucial that you read through the entire packet and mail in all appropriate forms. If you need this information prior to Pesach, kindly send an email to or call us at 1-888-TOUR-4-YOU. Please note, most of this information will also be available on our website (http://www.NCSYsummer.com) around Pesach time.

Q: Can I extend my stay in Israel?

A: Yes. To extend a ticket, you will need to contact the Summer Programs Registrar assisgned to your program.  He or she will give you the direct email address for our travel agent who will make the accommodations.  Registrars cannot arrange flights.  Note: Any additional fees associated with the change are the responsibility of the program participant.

Q: Once the program has departed, how can I be in touch with my child?

A: For domestic programs, numbers will be provided.  For the overseas programs there will be cell phone rental service required through a third party.  There will also be an emergency number available.  Some programs will also have access to fax machines and emails. 

Q: Once the program has started, whom do I contact with problems or questions?

A: If you have a question regarding billing, flights or any other matter concerning your program, please contact the NCSY Summer Programs Registrar assigned to your program at 1-888-TOUR-4-YOU. 

If your specific questions were not answered in the FAQs above, please feel free to call 1-888-TOUR-4-YOU, or email your inquiry to