Announcement
Prepare to join the next cohort of the Pathway Scholars Program!
The free application for the 2026-27 cohort will be available from August 1 – December 15, 2025, for students applying to start the Pathway Scholars Program in July 2026. Please contact us at @email with any questions about the application process and we would be glad to assist.
About the Program
The mission of the Pathway Scholars Program is to provide a holistic foundation for Arizona pre-med students to succeed in the rigors of medical school at the College of Medicine – Phoenix. Community-based education for the physician workforce is the driving goal of the program, recognizing that patient needs are best met when providers respect the wealth of values within our community and identify with patients' individuality. Moreover, this program exists to provide academic support, leadership development, and a dedicated community for students who have experienced unique or greater-than-average challenges in preparing to become competitive medical school applicants.
Consideration will be given to Arizona residents that are at least one of the following:
- Socioeconomically disadvantaged.
- First-generation college attendees.
- From rural Arizona.
- Members of federally recognized American Indian tribes.
- Committed to serving Arizona populations after residency.
About the Curriculum
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for success in medical school. The program emphasizes academic support, and students work with a dedicated learning specialist to personalize a learning plan tailored to individual academic needs and strengths. The curriculum includes basic biomedical science, evidence-based medicine, clinical practicums in select health care settings, as well as professional development. Upon successful completion of the program, students will earn a Master of Medical Studies degree (MMS) and guaranteed admission to the College of Medicine - Phoenix.
Next Steps
The Pathway Scholars team is here to help you accomplish your dreams. Applications for the 2026 entering cohort will open on August 1, 2025. If you would like to receive information about upcoming Information Sessions for the Pathway Scholars Program, please contact the Pathway team or receive news of upcoming events by submitting an inquiry form here:
Support the Pathway Scholars Program
Support is needed to help provide scholarships for Pathway Scholars in their journey to medical school. Your gift will not only help students but also assist the college in developing a pathway for exceptional medical school candidates from our community. To make a gift to the Pathway Scholars Program, contact the development office.