Participant Information

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Students live in a Michigan State University dorm and eat in the cafeteria—just like MSU students do.
Youth attend two or three of more than 100 session choices held on and off campus. Sessions are taught by people who know their stuff, including MSU faculty members, 4-H volunteers and staff members and other experts.
The 2025 cost is $250. The fee includes meals, a shared room in a dorm, sessions and a t-shirt. Check with your local county MSU Extension office to see if scholarship funds are available.
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Increase responsibility, confidence, independence, accountability, problem-solving, decision-making and time management skills.
Increase communication, team work, 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.