PITCH

Explore a future in health and medicine with UCSF's PITCH Program!

The Program for the Investigation and Training in Careers in Health (PITCH) is an immersive three-week summer program designed to inspire and empower first-generation and low-income students interested in exploring health and medical sciences careers. Through hands-on learning and mentorship, PITCH participants will:

  • Discover the healthcare landscape: Explore connections across health and medicine to understand the field better.
  • Collaborate with UCSF mentors: Investigate critical health issues and present their discoveries at the PITCH Health Symposium.
  • Prepare for college success: Receive expert guidance on navigating postsecondary options and planning for your future.

Program Information

Program details:

  • Dates: Monday, July 7 - Friday, July 25, 2025
  • Location: UCSF Mission Bay campus

Eligibility:

  • Minimum 2.50 GPA (UC/CSU GPA)
  • Rising 10-11th graders (class of '27 and '28)
  • Preference is given to UCSF EAOP participants and students attending an EAOP partner school
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How to Apply

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Application requirements:

  1. Complete the online student application, including three short response questions
  2. Submit an unofficial copy of your high school transcript

Application deadline:

All application materials must be submitted by Sunday, March 23, at 11:59 pm PST.

If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected].