Did you know that the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Industry:

1. Is the second largest industry in the state of Michigan.
2. Contributing over $101.2 billion annually to the state economy. 
3. Since 2004 has had a growth rate of 60%.
4. Employs 1 million Michigan residents, about 22% of the Michigan workforce.
5. Produces over 300 commodities and is the second diverse state in the U.S.
6. Has a workforce deficit.

 
Founded in 1894, the Institute of Agricultural Technology delivers innovative, educational programs that develop career-ready graduates through intensive, practical learning and skill enhancement in agricultural, environmental, and applied technologies. Certificate programs vary from 18 to 24 months in length, are respected statewide and nationally, and several have international reputations.  Classes are taught by faculty and staff in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, so students gain from the research and extension programs at MSU. 90% of our students have employment at the time of graduation and 65% go back to their home communities. Most gradates will receive 3 to 4 job offers.
 
 
Admission to the Institute of Agricultural Technology is based on:

• Student academic performance in high school
• Student work experience, organized school activities, community involvement, and conduct
• Demonstrated interest in program of study
• Available space in your desired program
• Both turf programs require previous work experience and a letter from your immediate supervisor

 
Application Checklist:

• Complete the IAT online application for admission, including the personal statement (http://www.canr.msu.edu/institute_of_ag_tech/apply_to_iat)
• Pay the $65 nonrefundable application fee using a credit card or electronic check
• Have your official high school transcript(s) sent to MSU by your high school through an electronic delivery service such as Docufide, Naviance, or E Scrip-Safe.  Schools that do not have access to these services may send official paper documents via U.S. mail to the MSU Office of Admissions, Hannah Administration Building, 426 Auditorium Rd., Room 250, East Lansing, Michigan 48824-2604.
• Only the Sports & Commercial Turf Management and Golf Turf Management programs require previous turf management work experience and a letter of recommendation from your immediate supervisor as part of the application for admission.  Students applying to one of these programs who do not meet the previous work experience may contact the program coordinator for application options.

 
To find more information out about each program please click on the this link: http://www.canr.msu.edu/institute-of-ag-tech/

The Armada Common Scholarship application is now open! Don't miss out on an opportunity to fill out ONE application to be considered for MULTIPLE scholarships! All information given will be strictly confidential.  When answering the application questions please be complete, accurate, and thorough. See Ms. Kanachki with any questions! 

On February 2, 2017, Oakland University will host a Career Seminar: Become an Elementary (K-8) Education Teacher at the Macomb University Center.  ​

Tonight is the free online event to help students get ready for the ACT test!
Wednesday, January 4 | 7 p.m. ET

Your students are registered for the ACT® test. But are they ready? We invite you and your students to join us for a free online event to help prepare for the ACT– a live session covering all four subject areas on the ACT test. 

Expert instructors will outline the most commonly tested concepts on the ACT and provide an overview of the powerful interactive instruction available through ACT®Kaplan® Online Prep Live. 

Access event here! 

Registration is now open for our 2017 Summer Youth Programs!

Students currently in grades 6-11 are invited to participate in more than 50 explorations on the Michigan Technological University campus ranging from STEM to business. They'll discover and learn about various fields through hands-on laboratory, classroom, and field experiences while living in the residence halls with other crazy smart students!

Competitive Scholarship Programs are also available.

Learn more about MTU's Summer Youth Programs and see the full list of courses, program dates, application deadlines, and more on their website - http://www.mtu.edu/.