UCLA Pre-Medical Enrichment Program (UCLA PREP) prepares premedical students form
disadvantage backgrounds with the means to strengthen their ability and readiness
to study medicine. Full participation in the program allows participants to enhance
their chances of being accepted to medical school and succeeding once there.
No funding is mentioned. Verify with program for updated information.
Have not previously applied to medical school
Open to community college students, non-California residents, and post-baccalaureate
students
Must come from an educational or economically disadvantaged background
Must be a U.S. citizen, hold a permanent residency, or have documentation of approved
eligibility for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) in the State of
California
Minimum of 2.8 GPA
Have not taken the MCAT before date specified on application requirements
Two letters or recommendation, one from a science professor and one from a counselor/premedical
advisor or employer/internship recommending participation in the PREP program
Demonstrated interest in addressing issues affecting populations in healthcare
Compelling personal statement
Unofficial transcripts during the application process and official transcripts if
admitted to the program
Application typically opens in early December and closes in early February.
Refer to the UCLA PREP program website for application deadlines.
* For current information, refer to the program website listed on this page under
"contact information."
