KSOM Alumni Mentor Program

We are excited to share that applications are now open to First & Second Year Medical Students for the Keck School of Medicine Alumni Mentor Program, a six-week experience designed to help you build confidence, gain insights, and receive meaningful guidance from Keck School alumni who have walked the path you are on now.

What is the Mentor Program?

Over the course of six weeks, you will be paired with a Keck School alumnus/alumna who will serve as mentor as resource as you navigate early medical school and consider your future in medicine.  The program focuses on creating valuable, supportive, and practical connections while fostering long-term engagement within our alumni-student community.

Program Timeline

• Friday, January 16: Student Application Deadline

• Wednesday, January 21: Mentor Program Matching

• Thursday, January 22: Match Notification Emails Sent

• Monday, January 26: Virtual Orientation & Kickoff

• Friday, March 6: Mentor Program Concludes/Feedback Survey Distributed

Ready to Apply?

Submit your application: https://usc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8iHvoOMIaXafBHM

We encourage you to apply early and review the Spring 2026 Alumni Mentor Program Handbook for details on expectations, time commitment, and program structure.

If you have any questions, kindly schedule a meeting with me at the information provided below.  We are here to support you.  We look forward to another great cohort and hope you’ll consider participating in this meaningful opportunity.

Warm Regards,
Chelsea Knott
Director of Alumni Relations
Keck School of Medicine of USC
Cell: (323) 442-0789

Book time to meet with Chelsea