Today, during modernization of Russian education, one of important roles is played by additional education which distinctive feature are unique intrinsic qualities (individualization, personification, variability, freedom of choice, socialization and self-development of the person) in all education system that is relevant for transition to post-industrial information society. In article the main forms of additional education are opened, basic components of education of youth in complete pedagogical process of educational institution are allocated, conclusions are drawn on prospects and need of further development of additional education of youth for higher educational institutions.