IMPACT Program *NEW*
The IMPACT Program (Inspiring Medicine, Professionalism, and Community Transformation) is a five-day immersive experience designed for high school students who are passionate about healthcare and eager to explore the path to medicine. Hosted at UTHealth McGovern Medical School, the program combines hands-on learning, physician-led sessions, medical simulation, and professional development to provide an authentic introduction to the medical profession. Students earn BLS certification, engage with physicians across multiple specialties, connect with medical student mentors, and develop essential communication and leadership skills. Through meaningful experiences and mentorship, IMPACT empowers the next generation of healthcare leaders to explore medicine with confidence, curiosity, and purpose. Registration is $1,200 per student.
Your $1,200 registration includes:
- Five full days at UTHealth McGovern Medical School
- Breakfast & lunch
- BLS Certification
- Two simulation center experiences
- Sessions with physicians from 10 specialties
- Medical student mentor
- Admissions workshop
- Workshops on medical ethics, professionalism, and responsible healthcare leadership
- Networking opportunities
- Program materials
- Certificate of completion
For additional inquiries, please contact Megan Hill at [email protected].
Interested in IMPACT?
The IMPACT program is currently in development. Join our interest list to receive updates about program announcements, information sessions, eligibility requirements, and application timelines. We look forward to sharing more with you soon!
JOIN THE IMPACT INTEREST LIST (external link)
Discover which medical specialties fit your interests through interactive sessions led by practicing physicians. Step into a simulation center and experience medicine the way medical students do. Learn exactly what admissions committees look for from those involved in medical education.
Learn from physicians in 10 medical specialties
Tour a medical school
Experience two hands-on simulation labs
Practice clinical skills
Earn Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Learn interviewing techniques
Develop an elevator pitch
Participate in a pitch competition
Medical student mentor
Medical student panel
Admissions presentation
Ask questions about college and medical school
AI in healthcare
Medical ethics
Professionalism
Community engagement