The Michigan Health Sciences Summer Institute (MHSSI) comprises three academies that expose learners to careers in the health sciences, foster leadership development, enhance academic skills, and prepare them for admission to medical school. Our goal is to encourage personal and professional growth in students throughout the academic pathway, from high school through college.

• The Undergraduate Research Academy (URA) is designed to support sophomores, juniors, seniors, and recent graduates to gain hands-on, faculty-mentored research experiences. 
• The Career Development Academy (CDA)is designed to provide juniors, seniors, or recent graduates with intense preparation for the MCAT. Participants will have access to a writing coach, tutors, MCAT prep resources, AAMC practice exams, and more! 

Are you interested in hearing from past CDA & URA participants? Join the live, virtual session on Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025 | 6 - 7 PM (EST). Click HERE to register!

• The Summer Pre-College Exposure Academy (SPEA) is designed to give highly-motivated high school students exposure to healthcare professions and enrollment into an SAT Prep Course.

How to Apply:

1. Click 'Register' in the upper right corner.
2. Create an account using your email and a password.
3. Check your email and follow the instructions to complete registration.
4. Log in with your new account.
5. Click 'View Programs', then select 'Fill out Eligibility Profile'.
6. After completing your profile, you will be able to access the CDA, URA, and/or SPEA applications.

Questions or concerns? Contact us at ha-summerprograms@med.umich.edu