UNION SQUARE ACADEMY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES

Union Square Academy for Health Sciences (M475) is a specialized public high school located in the Irving Place area of Manhattan. As its name suggests, the school is deeply integrated into the medical and healthcare fields, offering students a rigorous academic environment that focuses on preparing them for college and careers in health-related industries. Through a partnership with the Northwell Health system, the school provides students with unique opportunities such as internships, mentorships, and exposure to clinical settings, bridging the gap between classroom theory and real-world medical practice.

Beyond its health-focused curriculum, the academy emphasizes a supportive and inquiry-based learning environment. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills through hands-on projects and laboratory work. The school’s small-community structure aims to foster close relationships between students and faculty, ensuring that every learner receives personalized attention. By combining a standard Regents-based high school education with specialized professional training, Union Square Academy strives to empower a diverse student body to succeed in competitive health sciences programs and future medical careers.