To increase the number of underrepresented Health and Allied Health Professional students who successfully complete a program of study and graduate from a Health Professional School. To increase the number of underrepresented target students gaining access to information regarding alternate sources of funding for their academic careers. Student shows intent to pursue a career in a health or allied health professional field. Student is willing to commit an adequate amount of time to program activities.
Student is from a socioeconomically disadvantaged background.
Student meets on a weekly basis with an HCOP Peer Mentor and on a quarterly basis with a Health Science Advisor to review progress in program of study. Student is not assigned to an HCOP Peer Mentor. Student is currently enrolled in academic courses in preparation for a health or allied health professions career. Student attends all mandatory HCOP activities. Student commits one hour per week to meet with assigned Peer Mentor.