Apprenticeship in Medicine (AIM)

You will need to request an official transcript. Transcripts should be signed by your school counselor or administrator and submitted via upload link within the application or mailed directly to the Office of Student Inclusion and Diversity using the address provided under the contact information. Before beginning your application, you will need the following information about your recommenders: Name, Title, Email Address and Phone Number.

The application process should take about half an hour, please be sure to allot ample time to complete the form without interruption. Once you begin the application, it is recommended that you complete it in its entirety.

Students must demonstrate a serious interest in a medical or allied health career and meet the following criteria:

• Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Must be at least 16 years old
• Have a strong science and math GPA, at least 3.0
• Attend a high school in the Milwaukee Public System (MPS), Milwaukee charter school, Milwaukee area private school or surrounding suburban school district
• Rising junior, senior or June graduate

Individuals who are differently-abled and/or who come from a disadvantaged background are encouraged to apply, including, but not limited to their:

• Socio-economic status;
• Membership in any racial or ethnic groups;
• Physical or mental disability or impairment (that substantially limits one or more life activities);
• Disadvantaged background (e.g., have experienced homelessness; were in the foster care system; were eligible for financial assistance such as free school lunch, food stamps, or Pell grants; or have parents who did not complete a bachelor’s degree).

Application Timeline:

• Opens: Late October
• Closes: March 1

Program Dates:

• June 23 – August 1

Submit official high school transcripts signed by your school counselor or administrator, via the upload link in the application or mailed in a sealed envelope via USA mail to:

Medical College of Wisconsin
Office of Student Inclusion and Diversity
Attn: Program Coordinator
8701 Watertown Plank Rd.
Milwaukee, WI 53226

Submit two (2) electronic recommendations.

You will receive an email link to be forwarded to your recommenders to complete the process. Mailed recommendations are not accepted.

• High School Science Teacher (required)
• High School Guidance Counselor, Administrative Staff
• Employer, Internship Program Staff

Be available for the entire duration of the six-week program. Commitment is an estimated 40 hours per week.

If selected, be available for an interview - usually during the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) spring break.