MCG Igniting the Dream of Medicine Conference
Conference Registration is OPEN: September 8, 2025 - February 6, 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 to sign 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.
icon Contact: Office of Student, Alumni & Community Engagement
icon 706-721-7835
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 to Augusta University
and mail to 1301 R. A. Dent Blvd, Augusta, GA 30912, Suite 3300
On the envelope, please write: ATTN to Igniting the Dream of Medicine/Connie Hamlett
Please Note - REFUND POLICY:
50% of the registration fee will be refunded for cancellations received between December
1, 2025 - January 9, 2026. No refunds will be given after January 9, 2026.
Registration: $35
Each conference attendee must sign a waiver in order to participate in the conference. All high school students must have a parent/legal adult attend the conference with them.
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*
We require one parent at the conference with an attendee.
ADVISORS/GROUPS
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.
*registration fee waived for advisors/groups with 10 or more students*
*each student attending in your group must complete registration*
3 Levels of Registration:
FLARE- $300
Which includes:
1. Exhibitor table with 2 chairs and outlet access
2. Name and logo printed on the program
3. Complimentary lunch for up to two presenters
Vendor registration (Level FLARE)
BLAZE-$500
Which includes:
1. Company Logo on Pre/Post communication with attendees
2. Ability to Have company brochure / flyers placed in swag bags
3. Exhibitor Table with 2 chairs and outlet access.
4. Name and Logo printed on the program
5. Complimentary lunch for up to two presenters
Vendor registration (Level BLAZE)
INFERNO-$750
Which includes:
1. Recognition during events (Breaks, Lunch)
2. Full page color add on back cover
3. Company logo on Pre/Post communication with attendees
4. Ability to have company brochure/flyers placed in swag bags
5. Exhibitor table with 2 chairs and outlet access
6. Name and logo printed on the program
7. Complimentary Lunch for up to two presenters
We expect approximately 250-300 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*
2026 Conference Registration Consent Forms
What will I gain from participating in Igniting the Dream?
High School Participants
- 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
- Clinical Workshops: fun-filled, hands-on medical and health scenarios
- Engaging Discussion: becoming a distinguished healthcare provider
College & Post-Baccalaureate Participants
- The Pre-Medical Pathway: demystifying the Medical School Admissions Process with 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 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or adult advisor. Previous year conference overview
Hotel/Travel
Contact
For general event information, please contact our office.
For technical issues, questions about deadlines, application status or other questions, please email MCG_ignitingthedream@augusta.edu or contact our program managers:
Ms. Connie Hamlett icon 706-721-7835
Mrs. Lauren Clayton icon 706-721-1260
Contact Us
Student, Alumni & Community Engagement
MCG, AU
Office of Student, Alumni & Community Engagement
GB 3311