Q: Is there free time on the program?
A: There is free time daily after lunch and after the night activity.

Q: What is the dress code?
A: Skirts are required during davening, learning and trips. Pants are allowed to activities and meals, shorts allowed to activities only. All shirts must have sleeves.

Q: Does the program accept 8th graders?
A: YES! SEG accepts girls who are in the 8th grade, entering the 9th grade.

Q: Do you tend to get a large percentage from a certain age group?
A: NO!

Q: Are religious services mandatory?
A: Yes, they are given on many different levels and we make sure that everyone is in a group in which they are comfortable.

Q: What kind of learning is there, and how much time is spent learning?
A: In the morning and before dinner there are sessions given by advisors to small groups of girls. At night there is one-on-one learning (you can learn with an advisor or friend)

Q: What kind of activities can I expect on the program?
A: Activities include horse-back-riding, volleyball, basketball, softball, soccer, swimming, arts and crafts, pioneering, drama, aerobics, newspaper and weekly trips (including overnight trips).

Q: Do you divide based on skill level?
A: Two activities a day are divided based on skill level, the remaining one is not.

Q: Is there specialized instruction available on request?
A: Yes, 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: 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