Bridge to Medicine & Research Program

Application Period: April 13 - June 1, 2026

Program Dates: Sept. 8, 2026 - May 7, 2027

Schedule: Part-time, 20 hours per week

Contact us: Bridge2Medicine@houstonmethodist.org

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The Houston Methodist Bridge to Medicine & Research Program is a paid, part-time (20 hours per week) pathway program designed for recent bachelor's level graduates seeking to strengthen their readiness for graduate or medical school.
This program supports individuals who are building their experience, skills and competitiveness for advanced degree programs through mentored research, clinical exposure, professional development and career exploration opportunities.

Benefits

• Choice of graduate or medical school pathways

• Participants are paired with a mentor based on their interests

• Strengthen graduate and medical school application materials, including CVs, personal statements and interview skills

• Receive structured professional development and career guidance from institutional experts

• Explore career pathways through observational experiences, tours and networking opportunities

• Build a competitive portfolio to support future applications to advanced degree programs 

Eligibility 

• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Completed bachelor's degree within the last 2 years
• Authorized to work in the U.S. (U.S. citizens, permanent residents or individuals with valid work authorization, such as F-1, J-1, or EAD)

Application Requirements

• Transcript (official or unofficial)
• Resume
• Essay questions 
• Letters of Recommendation (2) 

Who Should Apply?

Recent graduates looking to build experience and strengthen their readiness for graduate or medical school. Students from the following academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply:

• Biology, chemistry, biochemistry
• Engineering (biomedical, chemical, mechanical, etc.)
• Computer science, data science, bioinformatics
• Public health, Neuroscience, psychology
• Health sciences or pre-health tracks

For more information about the program or the application process, please email: Bridge2Medicine@houstonmethodist.org