This on-campus program is available to youth ages 12-19.

This MSU pre-college program gives young people a chance to experience college life, learn new ideas and skills, and meet people from across Michigan.

Join about 2,000 other youth on the campus of Michigan State University for the 2024 4-H Exploration Days! This fun pre-college program is designed to:

• Increase responsibility, confidence, independence, accountability, problem-solving, decision-making and time management skills.
• Increase communication, teamwork, citizenship, and leadership skills.
• Foster ability to meet new people and make new friends from different places and backgrounds.
• Develop and expand career and personal interests.
• Increase college exploration and access to the Michigan State University campus and its resources.
• Develop social and academic skills needed for a successful transition to college and life as an adult.
• Give youth opportunities to try things that aren’t available in their county.

You will choose several sessions to attend during your stay, from more than 100 choices, which are taught by MSU faculty, 4-H volunteers, and staff members. You will live in an MSU dorm and eat in the cafeteria--just like MSU students! And there will be plenty of time for fun activities, such as skating, souvenir shopping, and exploring.

The cost is $220. You may check with your local Extension office for possible scholarship funds. Registration opens on March 25 at 7 p.m.