The Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) is a free summer program for students to explore their interests in medicine, dentistry, nursing, optometry, pharmacy, physical therapy, public health, and more. The program takes place at our 12 partner institutions and offers students a chance to develop healthcare skills, plan academic journeys, get clinical exposure, and network. Program Overview SHPEP offers students a variety of academic and career experiences: Academic enrichment in the basic sciences and quantitative topics. Learning and study skills development, including methods of individual and group learning. Clinical exposure through small-group rotations in health care settings, simulation experiences, and seminars. Career development sessions are directed toward exploring the health professions, the admissions process, and developing an education plan. A financial literacy and planning workshop that informs students of financial principles and management strategies. A health policy seminar series to expose scholars to current health policy issues, the policymaking process and analysis, health care financing, and the social determinants of health. An introduction to interprofessional education that addresses effective collaboration across health professions.