Summer Programs
Recommended Programs:
(Most of these programs
have deadlines in February and March.)
The
UAB-Summer Medical
Education Program (SMEP) is a six-week medical enrichment program conducted
by the University of Alabama School of Medicine (UASOM) on the campus of the
Meharry HCOP - The Meharry
Medical College Pre-Baccalaureate Health Careers Opportunity Program (HCOP)
provides a challenging academic opportunity in a supportive environment for
students from disadvantage backgrounds who dream of becoming a physician,
dentist, or public health professional. Click here for more
information or to apply.
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Other good programs:
location:
institution
affiliation:
program description: All students will pursue coursework in the
following areas: a biomedical science, a science-based MCAT Review, medical
writing, and MCAT verbal reasoning.
research available? No
application deadline: March 1
contact information:
contact person : Student Educational Enrichment Programs
street address :
city:
state: GA
zip code : 30912
phone number : 706-721-2522
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location:
institution
affiliation: Center for Educational
Achievement
program description: MCAT (Medical College Admissions Test)
preparation program helps to provide eligible students with learning and test
taking skills required for optimum performance in the classroom and
standardized exams.
research available? No
application deadline: March 31
contact information:
contact person : Lauren Cozine
street address : 1621 E. 120th St. MP#46A
city:
state: CA
zip code : 90059
phone number : 213-563-4926
e-mail address : damitche@cdrewu.edu
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location:
institution
affiliation: Minority Medical Education
Program
program description: This six-week intensive program utilizes the
facilities and resources of four top Chicago medical schools to provide highly
motivated minority students with an integrated, science-oriented curriculum
designed to strengthen their competitiveness for medical school admission.
Orientation sessions include MCAT pre-testing and counseling to allow students
to be divided into groups according to their current skills, knowledge, and
college level. Based at Northwestern University Medical School, where all 125
participants live and enjoy social and combined group activities, each group
follows a carefully structured study program at the University of Chicago,
Rush, or Loyola.
research available? No
application deadline: April 1
contact information:
contact person : Ms. Rosita Ragin; University of Chicago
Pritzker School of Medicine
street address :
city:
state: IL
zip code : 60637
phone number : 773-702-1939
e-mail address : r-ragin@uchicago.edu
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location:
institution
affiliation:
program description: This program runs from June 7-July 18 and
classes are held six days a week. During the first week, participants are
divided into two groups: those who plan to take the MCAT and those who don't.
The curriculum for both programs will cover a substantial amount of the
material found on the MCAT, including the writing section. Participants receive
lectures in each of the following areas: physics, general chemistry, organic
chemistry, and biology. Laboratory projects will also be included.
research available? Yes
application
deadline: April 1
contact information:
contact person : Rubens. J. Pamies, M.D.; Associate Dean for
Student Affairs and Minority Programs; CWRU school of medicine, T308
street address :
city:
state: OH
zip code : 44106
phone number : 216-368-2212
e-mail address : rjp9@po.cwru.edu
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location:
institution
affiliation: University of
program description: This program is a six week summer program for
college freshmen and sophomores and is designed to provide sound development of
scientific and mathematical skills. The purpose of this program is to increase
the retention of freshmen and sophomores admitted to college. The program will
consist of 27 hours per week of formal lecture, laboratory and directed study.
Courses in biology, calculus, organic/biochemistry, and physics will be
offered. Room and board and a stipend of $600 is provided. This college
enrichment program is part of a three program series offered along with
Medical/Dental Preparatory Program (room/board and $750 provided) and Summer
Research Fellowship Program (room/board and $1500 provided).
research available? Yes
application deadline: March 16
contact information:
contact person : Office of Minority Student Affairs
street address : University of
city:
state: CT
zip code : 06030-3920
phone number : 860-679-3483
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location: Nationwide
institution
affiliation: Fisk and
Vanderbilt
program description: Program includes coursework in Academic
skills, Academic Enrichment, Communications, Clinical/Research
Experiences.
research available? No
application deadline: ?
contact information:
contact person : Mary E. McKelvey Welch, Program Director
phone number : 615-329-8796
e-mail address : mckelvey@dubois.fisk.edu
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location:
institution
affiliation:
program description: Students will participate in a research
project under the supervision of a faculty member, a lecture series about
cardiovascular physiology and other topics, and seminars. The program runs from
6/28 to 8/3. Minority students who will have completed their junior year prior
to entrance into the program, i.e., seniors. A $140/week allowance, free
dormitory housing, and travel expenses are provided. Meals and other living
expenses are the student's responsibility.
research available? Yes
application deadline: March 1
contact information:
contact person : Dr. Bruce L. Ballard, Assoc. Dean
street address : Joan and Sanford I. Weill Medical College of
Cornell University,
city:
state: NY
zip code : 10021
phone
number : 212-746-1057
related website: http://www.med.cornell.edu/travelers
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location:
institution
affiliation:
program description: This program is designed for those entering
college or college freshmen, and focuses on strengthening academic skills and
building motivation. Our curriculum enhances learning in science, written
English, and public speaking and provides opportunities to develop learning and
study skills. The surrounding city of
research available? Yes
application deadline: March 1
contact information:
contact person : U. of Pittsburgh School of Medicine; Office
of Student Affairs/Minority Programs
street address : M-247 Scaife Hall
city:
state: PA
zip code : 15261
phone number : 412-648-8987
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location:
institution affiliation
:
program description : Undergraduate students and graduates who are
interested in pursuing a career in the health sciences are eligible to
participate in this six-week workshop. Workshop activities will focus on
developing and start on
research available? No
application deadline
: April 10
contact information:
contact person : Mr. Thomas L. Tucker; VCU Health Careers
Opportunity Program;
street address :
city:
state: VA
zip code : 23298
phone number : 804-828-4200
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location:
institution affiliation :
program description : This program involves courses such as Medical
Technical Communications, Molecular and Cellular Aspects of Development, and
Preceptorship in the Health Sciences.
research available? No
application deadline
: ?
contact information:
contact person : Pam Ferry, M.H.S.
phone number : 800-798-8244 or 713-798-8200
e-mail address : mmep@bcm.tmc.edu
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HPA:
Honors Pre-med Academy
MED Program -Program at UNC Chapel Hill exposes to the life of medical
school student