To identify causes for low enrollment in secondary agricultural schools in Yemen, the United States Agency for International Development and the Yemen Ministry of Education surveyed 990 preparatory (junior high) students, examining their educational aspirations, differences between rural and urban youth, major influences on student aspirations, and the effect of information regarding agricultural schools on student decisions to attend. In spite of the fact that only 12% of preparatory students in Yemen matriculate in the secondary schools, all but seven students surveyed indicated that they expected to attend secondary school. Three-fourths of the students wanted to attend general education schools, and the next largest group wanted to attend agricultural schools. Most of those wishing to attend agricultural schools were from rural areas. Students identified their parents as having the greatest influence on decisions about education. Over 90% said they planned to go on to higher education, and most wanted careers in medicine, engineering, or the military. In contrast to student career preferences, Yemen has a great need for technical trained people and for teachers at all levels. The Ministries of Information and Education may seriously consider developing programs to communicate the countries needs to the parents and youth of Yemen. (JHZ)