The National Urban League Incentives to Excel & Succeed (NULITES) is a nationwide youth initiative to encourage the personal development, and leadership growth for students in high school. The program was started by the National Urban League in the Fall of 1989. The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis chapter was founded in 2006.

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This program seeks to help develop young leaders in our communities and to ensure that they are ready for college,
work, and life through the guidance of several key principles and through the application of the National Urban League’s Project Ready curriculum. The NULITES-Project Ready program focuses on promoting, encouraging, and maintaining high standards for youth in their personal, professional and educational aspects of their lives. 

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HIGHLIGHTS:
- Participate in Fun/Interactive Sessions Designed to Build Con dence - Increase Decision-Making Skills for College, Work, & Life
- Build Personal Relationships with other Young Adults
- Create a College & Career Readiness Portfolio
- Access to Tutors, Mentors & Guest Speakers
- Engage in Community Service Activities
- Receive Help Identifying Scholarships & How to Apply
- Opportunity to Attend Annual National Urban League Youth Summit
- Support for College Placement Test & Scholarship Identi cation
- Participate in Behind the Business & College Campus Tours