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The AgDiscovery program was initiated by APHIS/Veterinary Services as a pilot program in 2002. Funding for AgDiscovery is facilitated through a cooperative agreement with the hosting University.

AgDiscovery is an outreach program to help students learn about careers in animal science, veterinary medicine, agribusiness and plant pathology. This 2-4 week program allows participants to live on a college campus and learn about Agricultural science from university professors, practicing veterinarians and professionals working for the U.S. Government. Students chosen to participate in AgDiscovery will gain experience through hands-on labs, workshops, field trips and other group and team building activities.

View the AgDiscovery Brochure to learn more.

Applying for AgDiscovery - Important Steps
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  • Applicants are required to complete the entire application package on-line or by mail, including 3 references and a 2-page essay. The essay should be a minimum of 500 words and maximum of 1000 words, and should address the following:

- "Why I Want to Attend the AgDiscovery Program at (indicate University you would like to attend)"
- "What I Want to Learn."
- In the essay, include your interests and hobbies and explain what you want to do when you grow up.

  • If applying for more than one program/university, applicants must submit a complete and separate application (including reference letters and essay) for each one. 

  • To be eligible to participate in all programs except Alcorn State University, applicants must be no younger than 14 and no older than 17 years of age by May 31, 2012. To be eligible for Alcorn State University, students must be no younger than 12 and no older than 16 years of age by May 31, 2012.

  • If the applicant is selected for the program, original signatures, proof of age, and school enrollment is required prior to program participation.

  • If applying by mail, reference letters must be submitted in sealed envelopes along with the application package.
    If applying on-line, reference letters must be submitted in sealed envelopes and mailed in one package to the address below.

    Click here to print Reference Letter Cover Form

Selectees will be notified on or before April 30, 2012.

We are no longer accepting applications.

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For additional information about the AgDiscovery program, contact

 

Last Modified: January 31, 2011


THE DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF ALL DOCUMENTS PERTAINING TO APPLYING FOR THE AGDISCOVERY PROGRAM WAS MARCH 23, 2012. WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.