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Let's shape the future of medicine together!

Join the ranks of future medical leaders at UW-Eau Claire, the exclusive academic partner of the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists.

UW-Eau Claire’s collaboration with Mayo Clinic Health System gives you unparalleled access to trailblazing research and world-class mentors. Learn from the best, collaborate with cutting-edge scientists, and make a real difference in bringing solutions to market and improving patient outcomes.

As a past or current delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders, you'll receive exclusive benefits as part of this partnership, which includes $3,000 renewable UW-Eau Claire scholarship guarantee.

Explore the many ways UW-Eau Claire is prepared to help you become a bold leader.

Apply now and begin your journey.

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Becoming a Blugold brings endless opportunities - ones that you'll only find at UW-Eau Claire.

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Mayo Clinic Health System Collaboration
Mayo Clinic Health System and UW-Eau Claire are breaking the mold of what collaborative healthcare education looks like. This powerful 10-year agreement gives Blugolds unparalleled access to trailblazing research and world-class mentors. Learning from the best, collaborating with cutting-edge scientists, and making a real difference in bringing solutions to market and improving patient outcomes.
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Biomedical Innovator Program
Join the Blugold Biomedical Innovator Program, a revolutionary partnership between UW-Eau Claire and Mayo Clinic Health System focused on preparing the healthcare leaders of tomorrow. Start research in your first year as a Biomedical Innovator, alongside a UWEC faculty member and MCHS professional. Receive personalized mentorship, exclusive events hosted by MCHS, and up to $32,000 in scholarships. Plus, earn up to $3,000 per summer working on research.
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Advanced Undergraduate Research
Here you can dive into groundbreaking research your first semester. Working alongside top-rated faculty, Blugolds are making their marks on the world. We offer unparalleled opportunities for hands-on learning and discovery, as a national leader in undergraduate research and recent host of the prestigious National Conference on Undergraduate Research.
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Experience Wisconsin's Most Beautiful Campus
Come to campus to learn more about our pioneering healthcare programs, partnerships with industry giants, and all the career-shaping support you'll find as a Blugold!
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New Sciences & Health Sciences Building
Our new $340.3 million Science and Health Sciences Building, opening in 2027, will be a game-changer. State-of-the-art labs, cutting-edge technology in the simulation center, and shared research spaces with Mayo Clinic Health System await students who want to revolutionize healthcare and become future leaders in their fields.
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Health Careers Center
Our specialized career center is dedicated to helping our Blugolds majoring in health sciences to explore and prepare for admission into top health professional programs.

UWEC’s pre-medical programs offer unique opportunities, setting a standard that aligns with the nation’s most elite institutions. This academic partnership is built on a shared commitment to empowering the next generation of medical leaders and providing them with the tools to have the biggest possible future.

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Richard Rossi
Founder of the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists

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Mayo Clinic Health System A Top UWEC Employer
The renowned health organization was the #1 employer of all Blugold grads in 2022-2023.
Investing in the Health Sciences
UWEC was awarded $340.3 million to build a state-of-the-art Science and Health Sciences Building for students pursuing STEM careers.
Huge Funding = Huge Impact
A $9.4 million state workforce development grant awarded to UWEC is making a better future for rural healthcare in Wisconsin and creating jobs for many Blugolds.
UWEC is a National Leader in Study Abroad Opportunities
Here you can take your studies across the globe!
2023 Open Doors Report of the Institute of International Education
100% Of Classes Taught By A Professor
You won't find Teaching Assistants (TAs) at UWEC. All our classes are taught by top-notch faculty members.
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