The GeoFORCE and STEMFORCE programs engage high-achieving students from underserved high schools through geological field trips across the US and abroad. The goals of the programs are to broaden students' understanding of the earth sciences, build a large cohort of high achievers, help students graduate high school and pursue college degrees, especially in STEM fields. The programs have been highly successful, with 100% of students graduating high school, 98% attending college, and over 60% pursuing STEM majors. In 2015, the program partnered with the Bahamas Ministry of Education to launch the STEMFORCE Academy.