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, 91ɫƵ students, practicing physicians, and other health professionals.
Career Path:
Health Science, Medicine, Research
Stipend?:
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
The STEP-UP Application for the 2025-2026 academic year is now closed.
Term:
Academic Year Program (November-April)
Contact Information:
Zandra Clevert
zclevert@mcw.edu
stepup@mcw.edu