Eligibility and Requirements

To participate, individuals must be:

• A rising third-year or fourth year student who will complete nine quarters or six semesters by the end of Spring 2024.
• A ready to transfer community college student with at least two semesters or three quarters completed by Spring 2024.
• A recently graduated college student from any educational institution.

In addition, individuals should demonstrate the following qualifications:

• Strong ties to the region: attended high school or college in Inland Southern California (Riverside or San Bernardino County).
• Commitment to serve or plan to work with the underserved population in Inland Southern California.
• Strong interest in the health professions.
• Minimum Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math (BCPM) GPA of 3.0 highly encouraged (If you have demonstrated a strong commitment to service and patient care, may make exceptions.)

Applicants are required to submit:

• An online application
• Resume
• Unofficial transcripts

Applicants are also required to have their recommender submit:

• One letter of recommendation (This letter may be written by a undergraduate faculty, pre-health advisor, mentor or an employer that can attest to your character and professionalism) using the online application LOR submission link.

Please contact the coordinator at healthcoaches@medsch.ucr.edu for additional questions about eligibility and application requirements. Applicants from educationally and/or socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Requirements for Finalists

All finalists must be able to attend the mandatory orientation/training sessions and complete the on-boarding processes between May - August in order to participate in the Health Coach Program.