Want to become an MMBay Mentee?

As an MMBay Mentee, you’ll be connected to the people, preparation, and possibilities you need to succeed in college, create the future, and change the world.

Welcome to MMBay! Applications are now open for 9th graders.

Qualifications to Apply

  • Be a current high school Freshman (currently in 9th grade) with priority given to applicants living locally within San Francisco County and Santa Clara County.

  • Demonstrate financial need Self-identify as low income (priority given to those who qualify for free or reduced lunch and other school benefits, or have a family income under the Very Low or Extremely low HUD income thresholds - San Francisco Income Thresholds | Santa Clara Income Thresholds)

  • Be determined to go to college Demonstrate perseverance and strong passion for attending a 4-year college, and maintain a 3.0 minimum GPA in high school


January Applications open

January to March Prospective Mentee Info Sessions & Workshops

May Mentee interviews

  • Applicants will be invited to a 30 minute interview with current volunteers and program leaders

Early June Admission decisions released

July New Mentee Welcome Day

August Orientation and program start

Application Process and Timeline


Want to learn more before you apply?

By submitting this form, you are letting us know you’d like to learn more. This is not the formal application and does not guarantee you a spot in the program. If you change your mind later, simply let us know and we’ll remove you from our outreach list.

We currently serve students in San Francisco County and Santa Clara County.

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Prospective Mentee Information Form

“Minds Matter helped me believe it was possible to pursue my dream career in medicine.”

Kelly N.
MMBay Class of 2022
Johns Hopkins University Class of 2026

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