
College & Career Readiness

Whether you go to college or start your own business, 4-H can give you the skills you need for the career you want. Check out the many conferences open to teens in the Conference sections. Get the help you need to be successful! In 2017, 18% of 4-H members had already started a business related to a 4-H project. Project work allows 4-H members to explore potential careers they want with mentors who care about their success and learning.

Juntos is a Spanish word that means "together" and is the name given to Ready4Life Challenge clubs designed for Spanish speaking youth and families.

Ready4Life Challenge clubs are created to help middle and high school students and their families gain the skills and knowledge needed to achieve success through high school graduation, pursuit of of post-secondary education, and sustained employment.

Imagine getting to work alongside university professors while you’re still in HIGH SCHOOL! Imagine getting to hang out on a college campus. Imagine spending five days with kids your age from all across Illinois. Illinois 4-H Illini Summer Academies is just for you!

Navigating all the hoops for applying for college is hard. We're here to help by providing timely tips, scholarship information, and good practices to be noticed by the colleges you want!

Select a career and see how far a monthly salary goes toward paying monthly bills in this engaging simulation for middle and high school youth.