10/08/2026
MERIT Health Leadership Academy is a Saturday and summer honors program for Baltimore City Public Schools students interested in becoming health professionals, change agents, and college graduates. MERIT Scholars are provided with opportunities to explore pathways within healthcare and medical professions, join and build community, and prepare for college and their future. Through Saturday programming and summer internships, scholars gain hands-on experiences, connect with healthcare professionals, strengthen their STEM and leadership skills, received personalized academic and college support, and participate in paid summer internships. Together, these experiences help MERIT Scholars build confidence, skills, and connections to thrive as future health professionals and leaders.
Scholars begin their MERIT journey in the spring of sophomore year and continue until senior year. To be eligible, the student must be a current sophomore at a Baltimore City public high school, hold a 3.0 or higher unweighted GPA, and have an interest in becoming a healthcare or medical professional. Students can learn more about MERIT and apply using the link in our bio.
Application Deadlines:
Priority: October 30
Final: November 15