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Health Science and Medical Career Pathway Programs 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.
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STEP-UP Middle School (Begins November)

Program Description:
STEP-UP

STEP-UP aims to provide exposure to a variety of health science careers to local middle school students. Over a total of six Saturdays during the academic year, students participate in age-appropriate interactive sessions led by college pre-med students, MCW students, practicing physicians, and other health professionals.


Career Path:
Health Science, Medicine, Research

Stipend?:
No 

Eligibility:

  • Enrolled in 6th-8th grade in MPS, or charter/private school in the Milwaukee Metropolitan area
  • Student must be in good academic standing
  • Program acceptance is not made on any single metric; applications are reviewed holistically

Application:

  • Opens: August 1
  • Closes September 30 
Application for the 2025-2026 school year
Term:
Academic Year Program (November-April)
 
Contact Information:
Zandra Clevert
zclevert@mcw.edu
stepup@mcw.edu

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