Michigan Health Sciences Pre-College Exposure Academy (SPEA)
University of Michigan Medical School, Office for Health Equity & Inclusion
A free hybrid academic-enrichment academy for motivated 10th and 11th graders interested in health careers — SAT prep, professional development and writing workshops, exposure to Michigan Medicine, and mentorship.
Who should apply
A great fit for motivated 10th- and 11th-grade Michigan students interested in health equity, especially those from populations underrepresented in medicine or from medically underserved areas.
Eligibility
- 10th or 11th grade
- Highly motivated, with interest in addressing health equity
- Especially for students from populations underrepresented in medicine and from medically underserved areas
What you get
- Free program
- Hybrid delivery (multi-year structure)
- Exposure to University of Michigan healthcare professionals
- Focus on developing future leaders and diversifying medicine
What the application involves
We're adding a detailed application checklist for this one. In the meantime, the official page below has the full, authoritative list of what's required and current dates.
Application tips
- Connect personal or community experiences to your interest in health equity — it's central to the program's mission.
- Because details are limited online, contact the University of Michigan directly to confirm requirements and deadlines.
- Emphasize motivation and curiosity about health-science careers.
Good to know
Listed in the Michigan Health Council database (which doesn't administer all programs); contact the University of Michigan directly for application details.