AgDiscovery

A free summer outreach program from USDA APHIS that helps teenagers explore careers in agricultural sciences. This year it runs as a 5-day day camp at 10 partner universities, where students return home at the end of each day; earlier editions were 2-4 week residential programs on college campuses. Programs fall into four areas: agribusiness, plant, animal and combination. Grade and age requirements vary by university, and students apply directly to each campus.

Offered by USDA APHIS. Summer Program for high school students in Multiple, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 9–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Environment, Biology, Business

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Multiple.
Cost
Free to take part.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about AgDiscovery

When is the AgDiscovery deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is AgDiscovery free?

Yes. AgDiscovery is free to take part in.

Who can apply to AgDiscovery?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Multiple. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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