The York College Scout Club will host a Merit Badge College on October 19, 2024 from 8 AM to 5 PM on the York College of Pennsylvania campus. The Scout Club is looking forward to welcoming over 200 Scouts and Scouters for the day.
At a cost of $25, Scouts will have the opportunity to earn two merit badges over the course of the day. While earning merit badges, Scouts will also gain a taste of “the college experience.” Scouts will travel around campus between merit badges, enjoy an array of food in the campus dining hall, and gain quality instruction in the college classrooms. Not to mention, most of the merit badge counselors are professors from the college.
Adults/parents may also join their Scout for lunch at a cost of $10.
If you have any questions or if you run into any issues registering, contact Tyler Roman at tyler.roman@scouting.org.
Schedule for the Day
8:00 AM – Check-in (Wolf Hall)
8:30 AM – Keynote Speech (DeMeester Recital Hall at Wolf Hall)
9:00 AM – First Merit Badge Class (designated class locations)
12:00 PM – Lunch (Johnson Dining Hall)
2:00 PM – Second Merit Badge Class (designated class locations)
Merit Badge Offerings (Open September 1 @ 9 AM)
- Chemistry
- Citizenship in the Nation
- Citizenship in the World
- Digital Technology
- Disabilities Awareness
- Engineering
- First Aid
- Moviemaking
- Nuclear Science
- Public Health
- Public Speaking
- Robotics
- Search and Rescue
- Signs, Signals, and Codes
- Surveying
Additional Resources
Merit Badge Class Availability – coming soon
Leader’s/Participant Guide – coming soon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Merit Badge College?
During a Merit Badge College, Scouts participate in workshops or classes led by experienced counselors who are knowledgeable about the requirements and skills needed to complete the specific merit badge. Scouts are also given the opportunity to interact with other Scouts from different troops, which can help them build relationships and expand their network of contacts.
Merit Badge Colleges are a great way for Scouts to earn multiple merit badges at once and to learn from experienced counselors who can provide guidance and support throughout the process. Additionally, they provide an opportunity for Scouts to explore new interests and hobbies, and to develop skills that will benefit them throughout their lives.
How do you create an account and register for the event?
What is provided with registration?
The $10 registration fee per adult covers their lunch in the Dining Hall and a wristband.
All fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable.
Do any merit badges have prerequisites?
Citizenship in the Nation: #5 and #7
Citizenship in the World: #3a, #3b, and #7
First Aid: #1, #5a, and #5b
Moveimaking: #2a, #2b, and #4
What is a merit badge prerequisite?
Prerequisites can take many forms depending on the specific merit badge, but they generally involve completing some portion of the merit badge requirements before attending a workshop or meeting with a counselor. For example, a prerequisite for the Personal Management merit badge might be to track and record daily expenses for a period of time or to create a budget for a hypothetical scenario. These prerequisites are designed to ensure that Scouts have a basic understanding of the topic before attending the event, and to allow for more efficient use of time during the workshop or meeting with the counselor.
It is important for Scouts to complete any prerequisites before attending a Merit Badge College or meeting with a Merit Badge Counselor to avoid delays or the possibility of not being able to complete the requirements in the allotted time. Scouts should carefully review the merit badge pamphlet and any instructions provided by the Merit Badge Counselor or event organizer to ensure that they have completed all required prerequisites.