In-Person Program

Dates: June 2 - June 11, 2026
(Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays)

Time: 10am-3pm

Location: Mayo Clinic Phoenix Campus
(5777 E. Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85054)

To be eligible to apply, students must be a current sophomore or junior attending an Arizona high school. No prior clinical experience is necessary.

Applications for the 2026 in-person summer program are now open and will close on February 15. 

Virtual Program

Applications for the 2026 Virtual program will open on a date TBD.

Application process

1. Go to the Mayo Clinic Online Application System. 

2. Create a new account or sign-in with an existing account. If you need technical support with your log-in credentials, please email ETC@mayo.edu.

3. Once you've logged into your account, select Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Experience, and then Mayo Clinic CARES Program (In-Person).

If you need further assistance, contact us at educationengagement@mayo.edu. 

Tuition and fees

There is no cost to participate. This is Mayo Clinic’s service to our community.