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HPA serves all UC Davis students and alumni! HPA is currently operating with a hybrid model. HPA is available via phone, (530) 752 - 6435, and email, healthprofessionsadvising@ucdavis.edu, from Monday - Thursday, 10 am - 5 pm and Friday 10 am - 2 pm. (Updated 4/29)

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You're invited to the 2024 Spring Break: Virtual Medical School Road Trip

We will virtually visit medical schools from across the nation (and a few international schools as well) from March 25th - 28th! This will be an opportunity to explore new schools and connect with medical school admissions representatives. College students and graduates are welcome to join our free event, including non-UC Davis students and alumni!

All sessions will be hosted via Zoom and an admissions representative should always be available to answer questions. Virtual sessions will typically be in a 1 hour time slot. Session formats could be:

  • Admissions presentation
  • Mock lecture/problem based learning discussion
  • Q&A with Current Students

Attendance is not mandatory, join when you can. Sessions will only be live.

Access to Zoom links will appear on the screen after you hit submit. Have questions? Email us at springbreakroadtrip@ucdavis.edu during standard business hours.

Register today!

Download the 2024 Schedule

Download the 2024 Program

Prepare & FAQ

Updated 3/22/2024

5 Steps to Maximize Virtual Info Sessions

  • Schools attending

  • Monday, March 25th
    California Northstate University College of Medicine
    Touro University CA College of Osteopathic Medicine 
    University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
    Duke University School of Medicine
    PRIME-LA  David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
    T.H. Chan School of Medicine at UMass 
    Trinity School of Medicine 
    Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Tuesday, March 26th
    University of Rochester School of Medicine
    UC Davis School of Medicine
    California Health Sciences University College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine
    University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine
    American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC)

    Wednesday, March 27th
    Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine
     Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine
    Creighton University School of Medicine 
    Michigan State College of Human Medicine
    Rush University Medical College
    AT Still University of Health Sciences
    David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
    College of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University

    Thursday, March 28th
    St. George's University School of Medicine
    Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
    Western Michigan University Homer Stryker School of Medicine 
    Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Western University College of Podiatric Medicine
    UC Riverside School of Medicine
    Keck School of Medicine of USC
    Medical College of Wisconsin
    Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

  • Do I need to attend every session? Will any of the sessions be recorded?

  • Join us when you can and for sessions you want to join! There is no obligation for attendance. Sessions will only be live.

  • What is appropriate attire? 

  • Business casual is encouraged but not required. We understand everyone is in different situations and may be unable to have their camera on. We encourage participants to use their best judgement. We also encourage participants to turn on their camera, unmute, and enageg in the chat when possible. Speakers appreciate when the audience engages and participants are able to help make good impressions with admissions.

  • Will there be an opportunity to as the presenters questions?

  • Each session should have time for questions throughout or at the end.

  • Will there be MD/PhD program info during the virtual visit?

  • While there are not any specific MD/PhD sessions, many schools attending road trip still have MD/PhD programs or research opportunities.

  • Should I be discouraged from applying to medical school if I have a low GPA?

  • No matter where you are at academically it is still possible to be a doctor. This may take more time or classes, but everyone's needs and journeys are different. We encourage reaching out and meeting with an advisor to discuss your situation. UC Davis students and alumni can meet with staff during Zoom Drop-Ins or scheduled appointments. 

  • What is the timeline for taking the MCAT and applying?

  • Great questions and glad you are thinking ahead. Join us at other events like Application Timelines and Pre-Med Bootcamp! UC Davis students and alumni can meet with an advisor during open hours, drop-ins or, scheduled appointments. 

  • I plan on applying in a few years, is this event too premature for me to attend?

  • It is never too early or too late learn about your pre-med journey. We encourage pre-meds to attend every stage of their journey and yearly.

  • I'm planning to apply this year, what do I do?

  • HPA supports all UC Davis students and alumni throughout their journey, including providing application support. We encourage meeting early and refgularly with HPA. Get started at our App Prep Program page. 

  • Questions on Spring Break Road Trip?

  • We are available during business hours via email at springbreakroadtrip@ucdavis.edu  

  • I'm a school during Road Trip

  • Download the 2024 Program