About the Program

The Health Profession Pathways program supports students from diverse backgrounds as they develop into future leaders in health professional careers. 

Health Profession Pathways students will:

• Participate in the Emerge: Summer STEM Program in the summer 
• Have a team of coaches dedicated to your success
• Get matched with health professional school students (medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, etc.) with shared identities
• Build friendships with other Pathways students who have shared goals
• Participate in hands-on experiences in the U of M health science schools and colleges, as well as shadowing and observership experiences in the Twin Cities
• Learn about and acquire knowledge, skills, and qualities that will make you a competitive applicant for health profession programs 

While participating in the Pathways program, you will build a community with other pre-health students, and have the opportunity to expand your network through meaningful connections with health professional students, faculty, and mentors. 

Additionally, dedicated staff from the Pre-Health Student Resource Center will provide coaching and support as you navigate the University of Minnesota and the road to application for a health degree program.

The Health Profession Pathways program is coordinated by the Pre-Health Student Resource Center, in partnership with the President's Emerging Scholars (PES) program.

Invitations to apply for the Pathways program for the 2023-2024 academic year are being sent directly via email to incoming, confirmed PES students during Spring 2023. This program is currently available for students on the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities campus. More details on Pathways eligibility, the application process, and program requirements and opportunities can be found on this site.