All-American Model United Nations Travel Team
The best competitive, results-driven Model United Nations program for high school students in the world. For students looking to improve as delegates, scholars, and leaders.
Who is the All-American Model UN Travel Team For?
Little or No School Support
Many of our students attend schools that either don’t have a Model UN program or their team doesn’t attend national conferences
International Travel
We believe that Model UN can unlock the world for students. We offer several international conference programs for students to gain a truly global perspective.
Differentiated Experience
All-American Model UN is the only merit-based, competitive travel Model UN team in the country. Our students use their experience with us to set themselves apart as leaders.
Background
Founded in 2012, All-American Model United Nations has worked with over 1,000 high-potential, high-performance high school students to use Model United Nations to engage student academic passions. In 2023, we transitioned to a cohort-based program. Accepted students will meet with our team of mentors several times a month for year-round support and training.
Students who earn an acceptance onto the All-American Model UN Travel Team have the opportunity to differentiate their Model UN experience from the over 200,000 students who participate in the activity each year. Our teams consistently win delegation awards at conferences in the US and abroad.
World-class Training Program
Over 16 years of proven training tactics and materials.
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Our tactics and strategies are tried and tested. Since 2011, over 90% of All-American Model UN students have won individual awards and recognitions while competing with our teams.
Using our proven training, the new cohort-based program will allow students to prepare for conferences with their school team or solo.
Students enrolled in a cohort will have full access to our database of training exercises.
Online Training Sessions
Meet with mentors and fellow students to track progress and practice skills.
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Our online training calendar includes:
Twice monthly cohort sessions, where all students enrolled in the All-American Model UN cohort will meet with our mentors to practice Model UN skills through case study analysis, practice drills, and mock simulations.
Once monthly skill labs, where students get a chance to deep dive into a particular Model UN skill and receive individualized coaching from mentors to improve.
Once monthly speaker series sessions, where students hear from international relations scholars, college admissions officers, and Model UN alumni to learn how to use Model UN to leverage their personal, academic, and career goals.
Twice yearly simulations to practice Model UN skills in a real Model UN environment, while receiving real-time feedback from coaches.
Training sessions will be used to review individualized training plans. For a full program outline, please scroll further down this page.
All students can join the training session when preparing teams to compete at conferences.
Compete at Model UN Conferences
We compete at conferences in the US and worldwide with our #1 ranked MUN team.
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The heart of the All-American Model UN cohort program is that students may enroll on teams that will compete at some of the best Model UN conferences in the world.
Most of our students join All-American Model UN because they are looking for additional support and opportunities not afforded them by their school program.
We have been traveling with teams of students for over ten years across four continents. Safety and security are our top priorities.
JV Acceptance
Students offered a JV acceptance have demonstrated a passion for Model UN and high academic performance. Students on the JV team may attend all training sessions and most conferences, except for those designated only for the Varsity team. Our goal is to advance JV team members to Varsity as soon as possible. Students can earn a Varsity acceptance by actively participating in cohort meetings and trainings, attending virtual simulations, and winning awards at conferences.
Varsity Acceptance
Students offered a Varsity acceptance have demonstrated consistent, award-winning Model UN performance, extracurricular leadership, and high academic standing. A Varsity acceptance allows students to compete with All-American Model UN on any travel team until college matriculation. To earn acceptance, students either must successfully complete a Summer Academy or submit an online application.
Deadlines
Fall I Deadline: May 1
Fall II Deadline: September 20
Spring Deadline: January 5
To join the travel team cohort, students must apply and be accepted by the corresponding deadlines for the Fall and Spring cohorts. Students may enroll for the cohort by semester or for the full year. After being accepted, students must complete the enrollment process to enter the travel team cohort.
Recent Team Results
Oxford Model United Nations Conference (London, United Kingdom) - Best Large Delegation
McGill Model United Nations Conference - Best Large Delegation
Stanford Model United Nations Conference - Best Large Delegation
Vanderbilt University Model UN Conference - Best Large Delegation
Washington University Model UN Symposium- Best Small Delegation
Ivy League Model UN Conference- Outstanding Small Delegation
North American Invitational Model UN (US Championship Conference)- Best Small Delegation
Harvard Model Congress Europe (Madrid, Spain)- Best Small Delegation
Columbia Model UN Conference & Expo- Best Large Delegation
Join All-American Model United Nations
Join a community of like-minded students who want to excel at Model United Nations. Train, travel, and compete with the world’s #1 ranked high school Model UN team. Set yourself apart and set yourself up for success.
Merit-based program
Opportunities to travel the world
Gain invaluable leadership and communication skills
Personal mentorship by top-rates collegiate delegates
September
Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET
Session 1- Introductions and Program Overview
Session 2- Personal Learning Goals and Competitive Model UN Overview
Special Session- Live Simulation (2-3 Hours)
Monthly Objectives:
- Introduce the All-American Model UN training approach
- Set up all students on the Model UN Coach community platform
- Establish individual goals for the Fall Cohort members
- Share exercises with students to practice
October
Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET
Session 3- Researching and Pre-Conference Preparation
Session 4- General Assembly and ECOSOC Committees
Session 5- Crisis Committees
Monthly Objectives:
- Assess student understanding of All-American Model UN pre-conference research
- Practice solution-based research and rapid solution development
- Review how crisis committees are structured and how to prepare for them
- Understand the pattern traditional GA/ECOSOC committees follow
November
Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET
Session 6- Model UN Procedure and Committee Writing
Session 7- Speaking Lab
Monthly Objectives:
- Pass a procedure exam for traditional GA/ECOSOC committees
- Gain impromptu speaking competencies for varying timed speeches
- Understand how to write a draft resolution and crisis directive properly
- Showcase various tactics that can be used to influence committee during an unmoderated caucus
December
Tuesdays @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm ET
Session 8- Crisis Committee Back Room
Session 9- Advanced Model UN Procedure, Amendments, and Voting
Monthly Objectives:
- Understand how crisis committees work between the front room and backroom
- Demonstrate how to create and execute a crisis arc
- Pass an advanced procedure competency
- Assess personal learning objectives for first-half of the year
Frequently Asked Questions
What grade or age range is this program for?
Students 14-18 years old are eligible to apply for acceptance into All-American Model United Nations. We require at least 1 year of competitive Model UN experience before applying.
What is the acceptance criteria?
We evaluate applications based on individual merit and not comparatively. We consider three key areas: Model UN experience and past performance (60%), academic performance (20%), and co-curricular leadership (20%). Most of our accepted students have attended at least three conferences and have won multiple awards.
How can I get accepted to All-American Model UN?
There are two ways to earn acceptance. The first is to apply online using our online application. The second is to train with us at our Summer Academies. Students completing at least one Summer Academy will be admitted to our competitive travel team.
What is the tuition for the cohort program?
The tuition for the year-long cohort program is $500/year. The year-long program runs from September to May.
When is the application deadline?
We accept students into cohorts three times yearly, but applications are rolling. We have two application deadlines for consideration for the Fall semester on May 1 and September 20. For the Spring semester, applications must be received by January 10.
What happens if I miss a session?
Students will have access to the slides for each session, including workshop descriptions and instructions. Even if students miss a session, they can complete the assignment for feedback.