Research Apprenticeship Program (RAP) for High School Students

Welcome to the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Research Apprenticeship Program (RAP) page. Applications are now being accepted through February 28, 2025 (please ensure you have completed the High School Counselor's Endorsement Form).

This rewarding, hands-on two week residential program in the food, agricultural, and environmental sciences, is for rising juniors and seniors in high school. The program is from June 15 – 27, 2025. Participants will stay on the campus of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, and work under the direction of top notch research scientists, and conduct independent research projects. In addition to the benefits of these scholarly activities, participants will receive a stipend upon completion and enrollment within one of the majors in the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences. The program is fully funded except for the $25.00 non-refundable application fee. In order to apply for this program, the following documentation will be needed.

Required Documentation

• RAP Application – Please fill out the online application (You will need your High School Counselor's Endorsement Form completed)
• High School Counselor's Endorsement Form - Please click here to download the Fillable PDF Counselor's Endorsement Form.
• Official high school transcript, indicating the student’s GPA.
• Career Interest Essay An essay of career interest (200-500 words, double-spaced) describing why you are interested in the career choice you selected on your application, and your expectation of the RAP experience and how it will benefit your future career path. 

• Two Letters of Recommendation from counselors, principals, teachers and/or community leaders. 

• Non-refundable application fee ($25). Checks or money orders, payable to NC A&T SU Foundation.  On the memo line include your applicant’s name.   (DO NOT SEND CASH) 

Again, all materials must be postmarked by February 28, 2025.