The University of Iowa is pleased to offer a FREE six-week summer enrichment program for underrepresented first-year or sophomore college students who are interested in Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, or Public Health.
SHPEP offers students a variety of academic, networking, and professional development experiences, such as:
- Basic science preparatory classes in anatomy and physiology, organic chemistry, and physics
- Individual career counseling with faculty and staff
- Free room and board, stipends for food, living and travel expenses
- Learning and study skills development, including methods of individual and group learning
- Shadowing, volunteering, and hands-on clinical experiences
- A financial literacy and planning workshop that informs students of financial concepts and strategies
- Leadership and student government opportunities
- Connections with other aspiring health professionals