Mini Medical School

Charting the Course to a Career in Health Care

Ignite Your Health Care Career Path

Mini Medical School at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences offers high school and college students hands-on insight into the world of health care. This free program, held every Tuesday evening in February, lets you work alongside DMU faculty and students to solve real-life medical challenges.

Attend four 90-minute sessions and explore how doctors evaluate symptoms and understand the causes, management and prevention of various conditions. Through guided mentorship, you’ll tackle real-life case scenarios, just like a doctor would.

While open to the public, these sessions are designed to help young people discover careers in medicine. Plan to attend and start thinking like a health care professional!*

*Check back soon for registration information.

Mark Your Calendar

Save the dates for our 2025 Mini Medical School!

Join us on Tuesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25, from 6-7:30 p.m.

2025 Mini Medical School Sessions

Join us for four 90-minute, in-person sessions on our campus in West Des Moines. Check back soon for more information.

For questions, contact studentlife@dmu.edu.