A number of prominent racing executives, trainers and others have used the University of Arizona or the University of Louisville as a gateway to the Thoroughbred industry.

University of Arizona Race Track Industry Program

Phone: (520) 621-5660

www.ua-rtip.org

University of Louisville Equine Industry Program

Phone: (502) 852-7617

www.cbpa.louisville.edu/eip

Other schools, colleges and universities have equine studies programs. Try http://www.horses123.com/a&c/educ_list.htm and the following:

Groom Elite Program

The Groom Elite Program is a free, 30-hour course that is dynamic and hands on.

Phone: (859) 321-4552

www.thehorsemeneliteprogram.com

Kentucky Equine Management Internship

The Kentucky Equine Management Internship program is dedicated to improving the opportunities for college students interested in equine management.

Phone: (859) 277-2512

www.kemi.org

North American Racing Academy

The North American Racing Academy aims to be a world-class school that provides the education needed to become knowledgeable about the workings of the racing industry.

Phone: (859) 256-3100

http://nara.kctcs.edu

The Race for Education

A nonprofit 501(C)(3) organization, The Race for Education is a national education scholarship foundation funded by various in the Thoroughbred racing industry.

Phone: (859) 252-8648

www.racingscholarships.com

Racing Officials Accreditation Program

The Racing Officials Accreditation Program considers the integrity of racing its most important responsibility.

Phone: (859) 224-2721

www.horseracingofficials.com