University of Georgia
College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

Application

Application submission deadline: January 24


Young Scholars Program

To Apply:

  • Complete the online application that includes short essay questions *Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements.
  • Select program campus location (Athens, Griffin, or Tifton).
  • Submit two letters of recommendation from science or math teachers. *Ask your teachers for a recommendation letter well before the application deadline.
  • Submit an official school transcript.

 

Review and submit the application:

  • Complete all requested information on the application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
  • Click submit at the end of the application. *Requests for recommendation letters will be sent to your teachers upon submission of a completed application.
  • Follow-up with your recommenders before the application deadline to confirm that they received a request for a letter of recommendation. Ask them to complete and submit the letter of recommendation before the application deadline.

 

After you submit your YSP application, remember to:

  • Upload your high school transcript using the YSP Transcript Upload Form. This step is crucial for verifying your academic records and assessing your eligibility for our program. Make sure the document is clear and legible, and that it includes all relevant coursework and grades.
  • We will contact your references with instructions on how to upload their letter of reference.

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Just the Facts

Company/Organization:

UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Science

Program:

Five-week paid summer internship program for high school students interested in agricultural, food, and environmental sciences.

Location:

UGA Athens, Griffin, or Tifton campus

When:

May 28  - July 8: Internship Program

July 9  - July 11: Young Scholars Pre-Collegiate Research Conference

Application information:

Apply online. Applications due January 24

 

What Should I Study?

To learn more about CAES majors and how to apply to UGA, visit Undergraduate Program.

147 Cedar Street
Athens, GA 30602