Important Update: Applications for Discovery 2024 are due April 15, 2024 at 11:59PM PST

Discovery (formerly the Summer Gateway program) is a two-week program that welcomes underrepresented minority high school ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ús in the Inland Empire who are interested in health sciences careers. Students participate in an interactive learning environment, get skills to prepare for college, and explore opportunities in many fields, including:

  • Allied Health
  • Behavioral Health
  • Dentistry
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy
  • Public Health

The program takes place on the Loma Linda University campus and features daily team-building activities and a day of local community service. Select ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ús 17 ½ and older may be invited to a third week, where they’ll shadow professionals at local health facilities.

Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided for all ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ú participants throughout the 2-week program.

Inspiring the health professionals of tomorrow through in-depth learning

“Discovery is an incredible program for high school ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ús to gain exposure to the multitude of healthcare professions out there. I went through this program myself in high school, and it helped me to realize that I wanted to pursue pharmacy."

Dates

July 14 to July 26, 2024

Location

Loma Linda University

Fees

$30 non-refundable application fee

*fee waiver available based on financial need

How to Apply

Applicants must:

  • Be in high school
  • Complete the application form
  • Submit the recommendation form (PDF), completed by a teacher or clergy member
  • Submit a 200-word essay on their interest in the health sciences
  • Pay the $30 application fee or request fee waiver 

Deadline to apply: April 15, 2024

Volunteer With Us

LLU Students

We’re looking for LLU ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ú volunteers to assist their schools with presentations and workshops. Other opportunities include facilitating community service activities and helping with Drayson Center health activities. Sign up on our , or learn more by emailing us or calling us at 909-651-5011.

Healthcare Professionals

We’re looking for clinicians, faculty members, or healthcare providers who are interested in working with us or hosting our ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ús for shadowing. Sign up on our , or learn more by emailing us or calling us at 909-651-5011.

Support Our Work

The Discovery program is committed to giving underrepresented high school ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ús the opportunity to explore and pursue health sciences careers. You can help us make a difference — today.

Are you an LLU Pipeline Program Alumni?

Please email us to join the Alumni Association, which makes you eligible for scholarships, mentorship, fellowships, and more. Opportunities include programs such as our , where we are supporting 12 ÁÔÆæÖØ¿Ús through educational transitions with three years of scholarship support, mentorship, workshops, and more.

Don't miss out on your opportunity to stay connected!

If you have any questions, the CAPS office is here to help. Contact us