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Program for the Investigation and Training in Careers in Health (PITCH)

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The Program for the Investigation and Training in Careers in Health (PITCH) is an immersive three-week summer program at UCSF designed to inspire and empower first-generation and low-income high school students interested in health and medical sciences careers. Participants explore the healthcare landscape, collaborate with UCSF mentors to investigate critical health issues, and receive college preparation guidance.

Deadline

Mar 1, 2026

Dates

Jul 6, 2026 – Jul 24, 2026

Grade level

Grades 9–10

Location

San Francisco, CA

Eligibility

Must reside in California and attend a California high school, have a minimum 2.5 UC/CSU GPA, and be a rising 10th or 11th grader (class of '28 or '29). Designed for first-generation and low-income students.

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