Rehabilitation Sciences REACH Program
Program Information
4201 Henry Avenue
Ronson Health and Applied Science Center, 225
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Readiness, Exploration, & Application for Careers in Health (REACH) Program
The Jefferson College of Rehabilitation Sciences (JCRS) High School REACH program is a five-day summer program designed for rising high school juniors and seniors interested in health careers, such as athletic training, exercise science, occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech-language pathology.
What participants gain:
- Insight into the rehabilitation sciences professions and the critical role they play in the care team
- Guidance on traditional and accelerated academic pathways from Undergraduate to Graduate education
- Tips for standing out on college applications, personal statements, and in interviews
- Strategies for success in undergraduate education
We welcome applicants who:
- Are rising high school juniors and seniors
- Can articulate their confirmed interest in the rehabilitation sciences’ professions
- Attend high school in the Philadelphia School District
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.0
Take the first step toward a rewarding career in health care!
Application Deadline:
Students who are interested in applying for the High School REACH program must submit an application by June 12, 2026.
Program Details
Who: High school students who will be in 11th or 12th grade during the 2026-2027 school year
Dates: July 13-17, 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost: Free
Location: Jefferson - East Falls Campus