Students that participate in this program will have access to the following resources:

• An undergraduate mentor who will encourage students to pursue higher education, motivate them to do well in classes, assist with college applications, revise resumes/personal statements, help students obtain veterinary/professional experience within your area, share scholarship/financial aid opportunities with students, offer advice on majors and classes, and overall help with the transition from high school to college.

• A chance to meet other high school students interested in veterinary medicine through our mentor-mentee partnership group that consists of the student, their mentor, and another mentee-mentor pair.

• Meetings and workshops with various guest speakers including veterinarians, veterinary technicians, college counselors, veterinary students, and professors.

• A chance to be a recipient of our scholarship 

HOP provides engaging pre-health workshops for high school students from underserved populations, helping them explore different healthcare careers and educational pathways.

Their Fall 2025 HOP Newsletter highlights internships, volunteering opportunities, and scholarship resources for students interested in healthcare. 

Students can also sign up to receive future HOP newsletters and updates here: https://tinyurl.com/uc75aer9

or follow their Instagram: @hop.hmp3

Parnership with San Diego College of Continuing Education (Cesar Chavez Campus)

Prepares students to work in healthcare as a certified nurse assistant, also known as a CNA., Certified nurse assistants are employed by care agencies and assisted living facilities and may also provide services in other healthcare facilities. 

Requires completion of a classroom based skills component as well as field-based clinical rotations working directly with patients. Classes will take place at the San Diego College of Continuing Education - Cesar Chavez campus located at 1901 Main Street, San Diego, CA 92113 in the Barrio Logan neighborhood with clinical rotations taking place at various facilities 

**Applications are accepted first come, first served and will open in early April. 

Please see link for details on the process to apply, as a physical and a TB test are required and should be scheduled in advance of the application window opening.

The Pathways to Public Health: Empowering the Next Generation (P2PH-Empower) program at SDSU is a summer initiative for high school students, from various backgrounds in San Diego County. The program helps students explore public health careers, develop leadership skills, and connect with mentors in the field of public health that are dedicated to health equity and social justice. Participants will receive practical tools, guidance, and encouragement to pursue college and career pathways in public health. 

Throughout the program, students will be exploring their future science education, medical research and career opportunities in the health sciences field. Students will hear career talks from speakers such as a medical communications manager, osteopathic doctor, and research professor. Students will also participate in a group research article project, clinical case study workshops, and career pathway workshops. The program takes place from January 3rd to February 28th through Zoom, and all class years can apply. Students can choose from two sessions (Session A: 12pm to 3pm PST OR Session B: 3pm to 6pm PST) and the application deadline is Sunday, December 14th.