• Weave zoology, statistics, research design, technical paper development, technology, and your love of the animal kingdom together in a very special environment.

This program is academically rigorous. Students should be prepared for an academic and highly collaborative experience, possess strong time management skills, a desire to produce high-quality work, and be a self-directed learner. Strong skills in science are encouraged. In addition to the application, entrance requirements include;

• Zoo Research School readiness exam

• Minimum of 3 recommendations

• Zoo I Program (M-F, 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.)

  • Zoology-survey of the animal kingdom

  • Research methods and designs

  • Authentic research paper development

  • Statistics (dual college credit option available!)

  • Zoo safety and protocol

  • Conservation issues and strategies

  • Multi-media projects

• Zoo II Program (M-F, 7:30 - 10:00 a.m.)

  • Zoology-comparing form and function

  • Zoo safety and protocol

  • Animal husbandry and behavior

  • Career exploration

  • Living systems

  • Special science topics explored

• Zoo School I:

  • 1 science credit (Zoology I)

  • 1 math credit (Statistics)

  • 1 elective credit (Zoo Research)

• Zoo School II:

  • 1 advanced science credit (Zoology II)

  • 2 elective credits (Zoo Research)

• Dual Credit available through the University of Findlay

• College credits available through articulation agreements with Hocking College and through Career-Technical Assurance Guide (CTAGs)

CTAGs are transferrable to Ohio public colleges. Credits vary per program.