About the Program
WashU’s Pride Scholars is an innovative initiative designed for high school students who are interested in a career in healthcare, and/or interested in the health of LGBTQIA+ populations.
The program consists of four hours of interactive sessions on four consecutive Saturday mornings from October 25 – November 15, 2025. Each morning will include a lecture on a health topic related to LGBTQIA+ health, an activity introducing participants to a local non-profit organization, and an information session and workshop on a select healthcare career.
Students who participate in the Pride Scholars program will engage in 1-on-1 mentorship with a WashU Medicine faculty, resident, or student, receive a certificate of completion, and become part of a like-minded network of individuals.
Daily Schedule
| Time | Activity |
| 9:00 – 9:15am | Check-In* |
| 9:15 – 10:30am | Lecture on select LGBTQIA+ health topic |
| 10:45 – 11:30am | Interactive activity with a St. Louis organization |
| 11:45am – 12:30pm | Exploring careers in healthcare workshop series |
| 12:30 – 1:00pm | Lunch and small group debriefing* |
| * Light Breakfast and lunch provided |
When and Where
Dates: October 25th, November 1st, November 8th, and November 15th, 2025
Time: 9:00am to 1:00pm
Location: WashU Medicine Campus*, 660 South Euclid Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110
*Public transportation and/or parking vouchers will be provided as needed.
Who Can Apply
Our program targets juniors, seniors, and sophomores interested in a career in healthcare, and/or interested in the health of LGBTQIA+ populations. There is no grade point average requirement for participation. Students should be prepared to interact in small and large group settings and to participate in a group presentation on the last day of the program. The health topics and local organizations will be related to LGBTQIA+ themes. Anyone may apply, regardless of self-identification.
How to apply
To apply, please complete the online application by October 17, 2025 at 11:59 pm. The online application consists of the following requirements:
- Completed online questionnaire;
- A short essay on why you are interested in participating;
- Signed Liability Waiver form (if you are under 18, a parent or guardian signature is required);
- Signed Medical History and Treatment Authorization form (if you are under 18, a parent or guardian signature is required);
- Applicants will be notified of application results by October 19, 2025 via email.
- APPLY HERE
Planned Curriculum
A detailed overview of our curricular materials will be available to interested parents and guardians.
Contact
For questions, please contact Karan Mirpuri and Dr. Tony Dao at pridescholars@wustl.edu.