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Summer Medical Dental Education Program - SMDEP is a free (full tuition, housing, and meals) six-week summer medical and dental school preparatory program that offers eligible students intensive and personalized medical and dental school preparation.
Check out the MEDPREP (Medical/Dental Education Preparatory Program) website.
Check out the Association of American Medical Colleges' new diversity web site.
Duke University Summer Research Opportunities Program in the Biological Sciences (SROP) – The goal of this program, for under-represented undergraduate students in the biological sciences, is to attract qualified students into a career in basic research. Students interested in pursuing a PhD or MD-PhD in graduate school would be appropriate for the Duke SROP. Participants are placed in research labs that best match their interests. Each student works with direct supervision from a faculty mentor in a modern research environment that includes graduate students and postdocs. There will be a weekly seminar/conference, a workshop on successful application to graduate school, and a closing symposium/poster session. Information and applications can be obtained at http://www.duke.edu/web/srop. You may also email for additional information.
Duke University Post-baccalaureate Research Education Program (PREP), is designed for motivated students underrepresented in the biomedical sciences. The program is for graduates who wish to obtain more experience and preparation before entering a PhD graduate program. Duke PREP scholars will engage in one or two years of intensive research experience, along with formal course work and other development activities such as GRE preparation courses and public presentations. PREP scholars will work on a research project under the supervision of a Duke faculty mentor, in a laboratory with PhD graduate students and/or postdoctoral fellows. PREP scholars will receive a stipend similar to that of a graduate student in the biological sciences (currently $24,000 per year). The program is open to students from groups that are underrepresented in the biomedical sciences, who have completed their bachelors degree within the last three years and who are US citizens or permanent residents. Information and application forms can be obtained at the PREP website. For further information contact Tomalei Vess, or phone (919) 684-2056.
The Headlands Indian Health Careers Program summer program is an intense academic enrichment and reinforcement program designed to increase the science and mathematics backgrounds and communication skills of American Indian students interested in a health career. The program is aimed at high school seniors and college freshmen and runs from early June to late July. Older students may be interested in counselor positions. For more information and an application, please go to the Headlands Indian Careers Program website or call at 405-271-2250 or email.
Scholarships
The NIH has an Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Individuals from Disadvantaged Backgrounds who are committed to pursuing a career in health research.
Summer Positions and Programs
Summer enrichment programs for minority and disadvantaged students.
University of California Los Angeles, School of Medicine. UCLA Re-Application Program (UCLA RAP) is designed to assist students from disadvantaged backgrounds who have been unsuccessful in gaining admission to US medical schools. The program includes an intensive eight-week summer session focused upon prerequisite science review and MCAT preparation. Guest lectures include seminars, workshops, academic skills, self-development, financial planning, medical school re-application and interviewing skills. Applications will be available mid-January.
University of California Los Angeles, School of Medicine. UCLA Premedical Enrichment Program (UCLA PREP), June 20-August 3, 2007, aims to provide pre-medical and pre-dental students from disadvantaged backgrounds with a means of strengthening their ability and readiness to study medicine or dentistry. The two-tier program is designed to enhance science problem-solving skills and to serve as a foundation in preparing for the MCAT or DAT. Participants will learn to manipulate and integrate information through analytical thinking. Application deadline March 1, 2007.
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons Summer Medical and Dental Education Program. SMDEP, sponsored by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, provides students seriously interested in applying to medical or dental school with a well-defined, integrated approach to learning, focusing on the basic science curriculum needed to apply to medical or dental school. Students engage in intense labs, learning skills, and career development courses during the six-week program, while attending clinical rotations and seminars. Participants are housed on the Health Sciences campus, receive a modest stipend and a meal/travel allowance to assist in related expenses. The application deadline is March 1, 2007. Students interested in obtaining an application and information are advised to visit the SMDEP website.
University of Connecticut Health Center. Academic/Clinical/Research Summer Enrichment Programs. There are three summer programs for disadvantaged students interested in a career in medicine, dental medicine, biomedical research, nursing or allied health. The College Enrichment Program (CEP) is designed to provide an intensive series of lectures in mathematics, chemistry, biology and physics for freshmen and sophomore college students. The Medical/Dental Preparatory Program (MDPP) is designed to simulate the first year of medical and dental school for college sophomores, juniors and seniors. The Summer Research Fellowship Program(SRFP) is designed for students who have completed all requirements for medical and dental school. All pay a stipend! Please note that the application deadline is March 15 annually. For applications and additional information, go to the website or contact their office directly at (860) 679-3483 or via email.
Cornell/Rockefeller/Sloan-Kettering Tri-Institutional MD-PhD Program
One of the missions of the Cornell/Rockefeller/ Sloan-Kettering Tri-Institutional MD-PhD Program is to increase the diversity among physician-scientists and specifically, to increase the number of physician scientists who are members of underrepresented minority groups. To meet this need, the Tri-Institutional MD-PhD Program has developed the Gateways to the Laboratory Program, an undergraduate summer research program for underrepresented minority or disadvantaged students in their freshman and sophomore years of college. Each student receives a stipend of $3,900 for the ten-week period. Students are also reimbursed for travel expenses. On-campus housing is available. Application deadline is February 1. Additional information and application material, may be found on their website. Click on Summer Programs.
Cornell University, The Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program For Premedical Minority Students.
The Program provides an opportunity for students to do an independent study-research project under the supervision of a faculty member, but time also is set aside for students to become acquainted with the clinical and public health aspects of medicine. Students in the spring semester of their junior year may apply. For additional information, please contact Carlyle Miller, M.D. at 212-746-1057 or go to their website.
Harvard School of Public Health, Summer Internship Program for Minority Students
A nine-week laboratory-based biological research program for minority undergraduates during the summer following their sophomore or junior years (June 10 - August 10, 2007). Financial Support over the course of the 9 weeks includes a stipend of at least $3,460, a travel allowance of up to $475 and free dormitory housing. Application deadline is February 1, 2007. For additional information phone (617) 432-4470 or go to their website.
Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School's Four Directions Summer Research Program FDSRP
The goal of the FDSRP is to expose undergraduate and medical college minority students to opportunities available in biomedical research and clinical medicine. Research opportunities exist over a broad range of disciplines, encompassing clinical, public policy and basic science projects. Students will also participate in weekly seminars at both MGH and Harvard Medical School. This 8-week program begins June 17, 2007. FDSRP will provide you with essentials to survive the summer. Application deadline is February 26, 2007. Click here to download an application.
University of Michigan, Health Management Summer Enrichment Program for undergraduate minority students. The intent of the program is to encourage minority undergraduates to identify health management as an attractive career option by familiarizing them with the field through a structured summer work experience. The application deadline is March 5, 2007. For information please contact Dr. Richard Lichtenstein at (734) 936-3296 or via email at um_sep@umich.edu.
University of Michigan School of Dentistry - Pipeline to Success and Profile for Success are two summer programs that provide resources to enhance the progress of disadvantaged students through their undergraduate years, and to facilitate their entry into dental school. Students with an interest in dentistry, from disadvantaged backgrounds, are encouraged to apply for the six week summer programs. For an application and additional information, go to the website or contact Charlita Daniels at (734)763-3342 or by email. Application deadline March 22, 2006.
University of Montana - Residential Enrichment Activities for Careers in Healthcare (REACH) is a six-week summer academic enrichment program for college freshman and sophomores interested in careers in healthcare who are economically or educationally disadvantaged. For more information see their website.
New Jersey Medical School, Newark, NJ. Summer Medical and Dental Education Program (SMDEP).
Undergraduate students eligible to participate in the program are currently enrolled college freshman and sophomores with a minimum overall gpa of 3.0 that come from a group racially/enthnically underrepresented in medicine. Students must demonstrate interest in issues affecting underserved populations. This summer academic enrichment program is offered for a six-week period beginning June. The program is designed to provide students with science course exposure, academic skill development, clinical experience, admissions workshops, and research opportunities. For additional information please email Denise Epps or call (973) 972-2396.
New York University Summer Institute: The Howard Hughes Honors Summer Institute for undergraduates will afford undergraduates the opportunity to engage in research and to live on the University's campus. The program is designed for mature, well-qualified undergraduates who have completed their sophomore or junior year of college, and who are interested in the areas of bioinformatics, genomics, or computational biology. Prior research experience is not essential. Underrepresented minority students and women are strongly encouraged to apply. The program runs from May 29 through July 27, 2007. Participants will receive a $2,000 stipend, $1,000 research grant for supplies and roundtrip travel to New York City. Also, room and board on the NYU campus is included. Additional information and application can be accessed from their website. The application deadline is January 31, 2007; applicants informed by April 2007.
The Office of Minority Health Research Coordination (OMHRC) of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease (NIDDK), NIH is now accepting applications for the NIDDK/OMHRC Intramural Summer Internship Program. This ten week program is for undergraduate students from underrepresented minority populations interested in biomedical research relevant to NIDDK research areas. Students will have an opportunity to work side-by-side with a scientific investigator in one of NIDDK's laboratories located in Bethesda, Maryland or Phoenix, Arizona. NIDDK will provide housing and up to $500 travel expense in addition to the $2,500 stipend. At the end of the summer students will be required to participate in the NIH Poster Presentation Day on the NIH Campus. Students interning in Phoenix will travel to Maryland for the poster presentations. Application deadline is March 1, 2007. Students in the Minority Access to Research Careers (MARC) U*STAR Program are welcome to apply for this internship as well. They should complete the application marked for MARC students.
The University of Pittsburgh/Carnegie Mellon University MD/PhD Program's Summer Undergraduate Research Program for Underrepresented Students (SURPUS) is a 10-week summer research and enrichment program for underrepresented students interested in careers as physician scientists. The program is designed for students in their freshman, sophomore or junior years of college. Students receive intensive research laboratory experience and abundant mentorship. In addition, students participate in a variety of career development programs, scientific seminars, and specific career enhancement opportunities including preparation for national examinations. Students receive a $4300 stipend for 10-week program plus roundtrip airfare to/from Pittsburgh.
The brochure and application are available online. Questions? Please contact University of Pittsburgh, MSTP at 412-648-2324 or email. Application deadline is February 15.
University of Washington School of Medicine - Summer Medical and Dental Education Program
Yale University/Biomedical Science Training and Enrichment Program. Each participant of the Biomedical Science Training & Enrichment Program (BioSTEP) works for 10 weeks in the laboratory of a Yale faculty member who serves as the participant's mentor. The research experience also includes weekly seminars and workshops on topics such as "Applying to Graduate and Medical Schools" and Writing for the Sciences", as well as social and cultural events. Research training is offered at no cost to the participant who is also provided with travel to and from New Haven and a stipend of approximately $4,500. Housing and food stipends are available for all participants. The application deadline is February 1st.
Yale Summer Medical and Dental Education Program. Our six-week classroom-based science enrichment program, sponsored by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, offers intensive science enrichment and MCAT preparation for pre-medical students. Students attend weekly seminars and workshops, as well as social and cultural events. Participants receive a stipend and a meal/travel allowance to assist in related expenses. The application deadline is March 1, 2006. Applicants will be accepted on a rolling admissions basis. Students interested in obtaining an application and information are advised to visit the web site or contact Linda Jackson at (202) 785-7545.
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