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MCG Igniting the Dream of Medicine Conference

Conference Registration isOPEN: September 1, 2025 - February 8, 2026

High School & Undergraduate College Conference Overview

This premier conference offers students an enhanced understanding of professional health programs and education. With an emphasis on medical school, Igniting the Dream offers interactive workshops, insight into the skills and preparation students need for successful admission and matriculation.

After you have completed your payment and registration forms, all participants will need tosign the consent forms below. Please feel free to contact us, if you have any questions regarding the registration process. Participants of age 15-18 will need to have a parent /guardian sign the consent forms and participants over the age of 18, you are still required to complete the consent forms will not need a parent/guardian signature.

iconContact:Office of Student, Alumni & Community Engagement

icon706-721-7835

When: Saturday, February 21, 2026

Where: The J. Harold Harrison, M.D. Education Commons, MCG

Time: 7:00 am - 4:30 pm

Conference Schedule:

  • Conference Starts:7:00 am
  • Opening Session:8:00 am
  • Closeout Session:4:30 pm

Registration & Payment

*Payments accepted via Credit and Debit Card Only (No American Express)*

If payment method is a check, please make all checks out toAugusta University

and mail to1301 R. A. Dent Blvd, Augusta, GA 30912, Suite 3300

On the envelope, please write:ATTN to Igniting the Dream of Medicine/Connie Hamlett

STUDENTS

Students

Registration: $30

Each conference attendee must sign a waiver in order to participate in the conference. Students under 18 years old must have a parent/legal adult responsible for child.


Student Registration & Payment

PARENTS

Parents

Registration: $20

Each conference attendee must sign a waiver in order to participate in the conference. Students under 18 years old must have a parent/legal adult responsible for child.

* while parents are allowed to participate in the conference. please note conference workshops and activities are designated for students*

Only one parent can attend the conference with an attendee.

Parent registration & payment

ADVISORS/GROUPS

ITDM Advisors

Registration: $30

Each conference attendee must sign a waiver in order to participate in the conference. Students under 18 years old must have a parent/legal adult responsible for child.

*registrationfee waivedfor advisors/groups with 10 or more students*

*each student attending in your group must complete registration*


Advisor/Group Registration & Payment (Under 10 )

Advisor/Group Registration (10 or more)

VENDORS

Vendors

Registration: $250

We expect approximately 200 student participants (high school, college and post-bacc/medical). Participants will have opportunity to meet vendors while enjoying breaks and throughout lunch.

Each representative with your organization must complete a registration form.

Please note, the vendor registration fee covers two representatives. Each additional representative (third and sequential) will require an additional $50.00 fee.

*additional information will be provided to vendors upon receipt of registration fee*

Vendor registration & payment

2026 Conference Registration Consent Forms

*All Attendeesmustcomplete and submit the following waivers via email, prior to the conference.no exceptions*

Augusta University Media and Photo
Participant Code of Conduct
Augusta University Waiver of Liability
Medical Info Authorization for care

What will I gain from participating in Igniting the Dream?

High School Participants
Engaging Discussion: becoming a distinguished healthcare provider

  • Guidance: from high school to college and med/professional school
  • Real insight:from current medical students
  • Looking Ahead:goal setting and action planning
  • The Best Fit: choosing the right college
  • Round Table Dialogue: college and medical students
  • Pre-Medical Pathway Programs: SEEP Insight
  • Clinical Workshops: fun-filled, hands-on medical and health scenarios

College & Post-Baccalaureate Participants

  • The Pre-Medical Pathway:demystifying the Medical School Admissions Processwith the AAMC
  • Insider Tips: applying to medical school with the AMCAS
  • Medical School Admissions Panel: featuring MCG students and faculty
  • The MCAT Exam: what you need to know
  • AAMC F.I.R.S.T: financial information, resources, services and tools
  • Holistic Review:admissions process
  • Clinical Workshops:fun-filled, hands-on medical and health scenarios
  • The Secondary Application Process:hear from MCG Admissions experts

Participants under 18MUSTbe accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or adult advisor.Previous year conference overview

Hotel/Travel

Marriott at the Convention Center

Two 10th St., Augusta, GA

706-722-8900

Holiday Express Downtown

444 Broad St., Augusta, GA

706-922-1414

Hyatt House

1268 Broad St., Augusta, GA

706-922-3150

Partridge Inn

2110 Walton Way, Augusta, GA

706-737-8888

Crowne Plaza North Augusta

1060 Center St., North Augusta

803-349-8400

Holiday Inn Express North Augusta

138 Stephens Farm Ln, North Augusta, SC

803-341-9505

Contact

For general event information, please contact our office.

For technical issues, questions about deadlines, application status or other questions, please emailMCG_ignitingthedream@augusta.eduor contact our program managers:

Ms. Connie Hamletticon706-721-7835

Mrs. Lauren Claytonicon706-721-1260

Contact Us

Student, Alumni & Community Engagement

Ms. Connie Hamlett

MCG, AU
Office of Student, Alumni & Community Engagement

GB 3311

706-721-7835

mcg_sace@augusta.edu


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