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School of Environmental and Biological Sciences
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School of Environmental and Biological Sciences

Opportunities for Pre-College Youth

Looking for a summer that’s anything but typical? SEBS’ pre-college programs combine enrichment and research for motivated high school students who are intellectually curious and passionate about the world around them. Step outside your county or even beyond New Jersey as you make new discoveries in an exciting atmosphere that encourages involvement, creativity, community, exploration, adventure, and fun.

New Jersey 4-H

4‑H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills. The New Jersey 4‑H Youth Development Program offers everyone in grades K–13, the opportunity to explore countless opportunities in science, arts, foods, outdoor adventure, and more. 4‑H is where there's fun in learning and learning is fun!

A group of 4-Hers.

NJ Youth Institute World Food Prize

In collaboration with the World Food Prize Foundation, students from New Jersey come together and learn about critical global issues, network with local leaders, engage in hands-on-activities, and explore exciting ways to become effective change agents in their own communities.

A group of high school students.

Shore Bowl

The Shore Bowl is an exciting quiz-style competition for high school students (Grades 9-12) in NJ and Eastern PA that focuses on the ocean sciences, including biology, chemistry, physics and geology.

Students participating in the Shore Bowl.
A group of 4-Hers.
A group of high school students.
Students participating in the Shore Bowl.