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Health Science and Medical Career Pathways

Health Science and Medical Career Pathway Programs

The Medical College of Wisconsin hosts several programs that support learners in their academic and professional journeys in medicine and biomedical science, providing opportunities to engage with our institution. Working with students as early as middle school through medical or graduate school, these programs are offered during both the academic year and summer.
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Each of our Health Science and Medical Career Pathway Programs are unique and offers access to many MCW departments and many partner with other institutions and organizations in the community. We encourage applicants to consider applying to multiple programs to increase their chances of obtaining an experience and to grow their MCW network.

Our Educational Programs

This website organizes the programs by education level and time of year so learners can find the best opportunities for them as they explore and pursue their education in medicine and science.

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For Middle School Students

Middle School is a great time for learners to explore the possibilities within the medical and health sciences fields. Programming exposes students to current MCW students, practitioners, and scientists to while engaging students in hands on activities.

Browse our middle school programs
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For High School Students

Learners in our high school programs have the opportunity to engage in further experiences including physician shadowing, participate on a research team, or work with current medical students to learn about human body systems with an experiential approach.

Browse our programs for high school students
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For College and Graduate Students

MCW offers a wide variety of programs that provide intense research or clinical exposure to students. Some programs focus on providing support with the undergraduate, medical, or graduate school application process to promote the success of participants as they pursue these career avenues.

Browse our programs for college students
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For Current Medical Students

MCW offers programs for current medical school students both at MCW and other institutions that provide specific experiences within certain specialties allowing learners to grow their medical proficiency.

Browse our programs for current medical Students

Our Students in Action

MCW’s Health Science and Medical Career Pathway Programs offer opportunities for learners as young as middle school to provide exposure and support in careers in medicine, research, pharmacy, genetic counseling, and biomedical engineering. Programs offer different experiences including hands on learning, academic support, and networking with peers and within the MCW community.

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Middle School Student Enrichment Program for Underrepresented Professions (StEP-UP)

"StEP-UP Is an amazing experience.”
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High School Student Enrichment Program for Underrepresented Professions (StEP-UP)

"StEP-UP has really shown me what working in the medical field is like. It's a great experience and has fueled my passion for medicine."
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Diversity Summer Health-Related Research Education Program (DSHREP)

“DSHREP taught me how to advocate for myself and provided me with several opportunities to network with a plethora of professionals involved in medical education and the field of medicine."
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Students Understanding Principles of Research Education through Medicine, Engineering, and Science (SUPREMES)

"Participating in this program made me a better scientist and reignited my passion for research."
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Advocates in Medicine Pathway (AMP)

"The AMP program offers medical professionals who know the [med school] process and guided me with the process. It definitely alleviated my anxiety.”
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College Student Enrichment Program for Underrepresented Professions (StEP-UP)

"This year was very helpful in clearing up confusion, not only on the MCAT but with other things related to medical school admission."
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Medical Student Summer Research Program

"MSSRP has provided me a great foundation in research, not only to bolster my residency application but also for me to further pursue my research interests in the future."
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Contact the MCW Health Science and Medical Career Pathway Programs

Our team can answer any questions you may have to guide the next steps in your career!

pathwayprograms@mcw.edu
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