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Dartmouth College Health Professions Program: Resources and Research, Internship and Fellowship Opportunities for Underrepresented Minority and/or Under-resourced Students The following compilation features resources and opportunities offered nationwide for undergraduate students. The compilation is organized alphabetically, according to the name of the sponsoring institution. For more information about a specific internship, please refer to the program’s website. Please note that this is a continually evolving document and it is not necessarily comprehensive. Furthermore, the deadlines for specific programs may vary year-to-year. If you would like your program to be featured in the list, please contact Valerie Orellana ([email protected]) and/or Sarah Berger ([email protected]). If you discover a resource or program that is not on this list, please let us know and we will add it! Please note that different institutions have different criteria for what may qualify as “underrepresented.” While many of the programs make use of race and ethnicity, others may also count economically or geographically disadvantaged applicants. Please refer to the “eligibility” section for a brief overview of what any program may require. General Database Resources in Scientific Research or Medicine

Aspiring Docs Aspiring Docs is part of a broad campaign to raise awareness about the need for more diversity in medicine and to connect students and advisors to key resources. This site hosts a multitude of links about the MCAT, applications, summer programs, and financial aid.

The Association of American Medical Colleges The AAMC commits to increasing the number of minority physicians available to serve the nation's growing minority population. This site includes a database of opportunities for minority premed students.

Exploring Health Careers Extensive search engine of employment opportunities with the ability to tailor your search to your needs. In addition to career opportunities, several funding opportunities are available for minority students.

Rochester Institute of Technology Extensive list of paid internship opportunities consisting mostly of university programs in research.

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http://www.aspiringdocs.org/

http://www.aamc.org/

http://www.explorehealthcareers.org/

http://people.rit.edu/~gtfsbi/Symp/mcoop.htm

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Program Sponsor Description Eligibility Compensation/More Information

Albert Einstein College of Medicine Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP)

Program Dates:

June 5th-July 27th

Each summer the Einstein Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) brings together 50 college students each summer for a one-of-a-kind opportunity to conduct original research in a laboratory at one of the world's top-ranking scientific institutions. The program is designed for undergraduates with a strong background in science who are considering a research career.

US Citizen or Permanent Resident

A strong background in the sciences (biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, bioengineering or chemical engineering, etc.).

Completion of junior year in college

Free housing in the student residence complex on the Einstein campus, $3,000 stipend, up to $500 in transportation assistance (for students who live outside the New York City metropolitan area only; international travel cannot be reimbursed)

For more information, visit:

http://www.einstein.yu.edu/education/phd/the-summer-undergrad-research-program.aspx

Deadline:

February 1, 2017

Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine Heart, Lung, and Blood (HLB) Summer Research Program

Program Dates:

May 30 - August 4, 2017

The Heart, Lung and Blood Summer Research Program is a 10-week program designed to engage 12 diverse undergraduates and 8 medical students in state-of-the art biomedical research in cardiovascular, pulmonary, hematological and sleep disorders research.

Participants will enjoy weekly seminars that highlight research in these disciplines, as well as activities that encourage interaction among all students engaged in summer research.

Students who belong to groups underrepresented in biomedical sciences are eligible to apply. In general, this includes students who are African American, Latino, Puerto Rican, Pacific Islanders, students from low-income families, or those with disabilities. Please note that you must be a US citizen or Permanent resident to participate.

Seniors who are graduating in May or June 2017 are not eligible for this program.

$1750 per month, minimum two months ($3500). Students who participate for longer periods will have additional pro-rated stipend support. We will provide up to $500 in travel expenses from your home to Cleveland (and back!). Some support toward dormitory housing (cost about $1800) may be available.

For students on a quarter-system, we will provide some flexibility with your program dates.


http://casemed.case.edu/gradprog/summer.cfm






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Deadline:

February 15, 2017

Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and College of Dental Medicine

Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)

Program Dates:

Friday, June 16 - Friday, July 28

The 6-week SHPEP at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and College of Dental Medicine 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 coursework, labs, learning-skills, and career development courses during the six weeks of the program, while attending weekly clinical rotations and seminars.

US Citizen or Permanent Resident or DACA

Academic Minimum: 2.5 GPA

Member of an underrepresented minority in medicine or dentistry OR economically disadvantaged OR from parts of the country where residents have been historically underrepresented in medicine and dentistry

Eligible to those who are completing their freshman or sophomore year

Cannot have previously participated in SHPEP.

Students will receive room and board. Travel expenses are also provided ($100). Each student will receive a $500 stipend after successfully completing the program. Health insurance not provided to participants.


http://ps.columbia.edu/education/student-life/office-diversity/programs/college-and-post-baccalaureate-students/SHPEP

Deadline:

March 1st (General SHPEP deadline)

Dartmouth College Geisel School of Medicine MD-PhD Undergraduate Summer (MPUS) Fellowship Program

Program Dates:

The Fellowship will start in mid June, about a week following campus commencement.

Dartmouth MPUS provides a 10-week summer research and professional development program. Fellows will be exposed to basic medical science research by conducting cutting edge research alongside one of our MD-PhD students presently in the PhD portion of their training. In addition, Fellows will have the opportunity to examine the clinical aspect of medicine during weekly rounds with one of Dartmouth’s clinical faculty at the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC).


Academic Minimum: 3.3 Science GPA

Underrepresented students in the field of biomedical sciences who are interested in careers as physician sciences

Applicant must be a sophomore or junior at time of application.

Students will a stipend of $1,000 for the ten-week period, a travel fund—up to $500—to aid in making the transition to and from Dartmouth, and dormitory housing and meal plan on the Dartmouth campus.


http://geiselmed.dartmouth.edu/mpus/welcome/

Deadline:

January 31







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Accepted Fellows will be notified of the exact start date.

Harvard Medical School Program for College Students: Summer Clinical and Translational Research Program (SCTRP)

Program Dates:

June 6 to August 12, 2016

The Summer Clinical and Translational Research Program (SCTRP) is a 10-week mentored, summer research program designed to enrich the pipeline of college students' understanding of and interest in pursuing clinical and/or translational research, as well as to increase underrepresented minority and disadvantaged college student exposure to clinical/translational research.

US Citizens or U.S. Noncitizen Nationals or Permanent Residents of U.S. are eligible to apply.Must be a member of an underrepresented group in biomedical research Eligible participants are undergraduate sophomores, juniors and seniors

FDSRP will provide you with the essentials to thrive during and after your summer in Boston.

Transportation to and from Boston

Single rooms in the Harvard Medical School student dormitory

Living Stipend for food and other expenses


https://mfdp.med.harvard.edu/dcp-programs/college/summer-clinical-and-translational-research-program

Deadline:

December 21, 2016

Harvard Medical School

Four Directions Summer Research Program (for Native Americans)

Program Dates:

June 5th – August 3rd, 2017

The Four Directions Summer Research Program (FDSRP) is an exciting summer research opportunity at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) for undergraduate students with a commitment to the health of Native American communities. FDSRP invites students for 8 weeks to engage in basic science or translational research projects under the supervision of Harvard Medical School faculty advisors.

Member of a Native American tribe or nationMinimum 1 year of undergraduate studies in a 4-year undergraduate degree program prior to start of program At least 1 introductory science class NOT taking the August MCAT

Students will receive transportation to and from Boston, single rooms in the Harvard Medical School student dormitory, living Stipend for food and other expenses, and Emergency Accident and Sickness Insurance.

For more information, visit: http://fdsrp.partners.org/

Deadline:




http://fdsrp.partners.org/

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Febuary 6, 2017

Harvard School of Public Health

Summer Program in Biostatistics & Computational Biology

Program Dates:

June 10 - July 22, 2017

The Summer Program is a relatively intensive 6-week program, during which qualified participants receive an interesting and enjoyable introduction to biostatistics, epidemiology and public health research. This program is designed to expose undergraduates to the use of quantitative methods for biological, environmental and medical research. The program also provides useful advice about graduate school and the application process through GRE preparation, meetings with different departments of the Harvard School of Public Health and other schools at Harvard University.


Be in good academic standing with a strong GPA

Must have completed calculus

Member of an underrepresented group in graduate studies OR first generational college student OR low income OR disabled

Carry health insurance during 6 weeks of the program

Participants receive non-credit introductory Biostatistics and Epidemiology courses, computer program instruction (Stata and SAS), and attend a series of afternoon seminars.

For more information, visit: https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/biostatistics/diversity/summer-program/

Deadline:

February 1, 2017

Harvard School of Public Health Division of Biological Sciences Summer Program in Biological Sciences in Public Health

Program Dates:

Sunday, June 11th – Saturday, August 5th, 2017

This intensive 8-week laboratory-based biological research program is for undergraduates during the summer following their sophomore or junior years. The program goal is to expose college science students to the rewards of laboratory research directed toward solving important public health problems. Interns apply state-of-the art technology in their own research projects under the direction of a Harvard faculty member. Research projects focus on biological science questions that are important to the prevention of disease.

US Citizen, U.S. Nationals, or Permanent Resident


Minimum GPA: 3.0

Applicants must have a demonstrated interest in public health, specifically laboratory research.

Must be rising junior or senior

Students will receive a stipend of $3,600 for nine weeks, a travel allowance of up to $500, and free dormitory housing.

For more information, visit: http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/academics/biological-sciences/undergraduate-summer-internship-program/

Deadline:

February 15, 2017

The Leadership Alliance

The Leadership Alliance Summer Research Early Identification Program


Students will receive stipend, travel, and housing.

https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/biostatistics/diversity/summer-program/

https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/biostatistics/diversity/summer-program/

http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/academics/biological-sciences/undergraduate-summer-internship-program/



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Summer Research Early Identification Program (SR-EIP)

(SR-EIP) offers undergraduates, interested in pursuing a PhD or MD-PhD, the opportunity to work for eight to ten weeks under the guidance of a faculty or research mentor at a participating Alliance institution. Through this one-on-one collaboration, students gain theoretical knowledge and practical training in academic research and scientific experimentation. All participants are expected to make oral or poster presentations of their research at the Leadership Alliance’s annual, national symposium.


Member of an underrepresented minority

Have completed at least two semesters and have at least one semester remaining of their undergraduate education by the start of the summer program.

Demonstrate interest and potential to pursue graduate study toward a PhD or MD-PhD.

The SR-EIP is not designed for students pursuing professional training for careers in the practice of law, business administration, clinical medicine, clinical psychology or the allied health professions.


http://www.theleadershipalliance.org/pr

ograms/summer-research

Deadline:

February 1st

Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Diversity and Inclusion Summer Research Trainee Program

Program Dates:

June 5th-August 4th

The goal of the 8-week SRTP program is to inspire students who are underrepresented in medicine (URM)* to consider careers in academic medicine by immersing them in cutting-edge research opportunities. Each student is assigned to a specific MGH laboratory, clinical site, health policy, or health services research area where they undertake an original research project under the mentorship and guidance of an MGH investigator. In addition to this unique research experience, students participate in weekly didactic seminars and career mentoring

Must be considered underrepresented in medicine (URM)*

An undergraduate junior or senior, rising 1st year medical student, or 1st year medical student, graduate school student, or post-baccalaureate student (note: freshman and sophomores not eligible)

Attended/attending a college or medical school in the US and Puerto Rico

Once accepted, SRTP provides the following support during the eight week period of the program:

Housing near hospital ($3,500 value)

Living stipend of $4,000 for food and other necessities

Travel grants based on demonstrated need (FAFSA required)

Meals provided at all didactic sessions


http://www.theleadershipalliance.org/programs/summer-research

http://www.theleadershipalliance.org/programs/summer-research

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sessions, and have opportunities for clinical shadowing at MGH.

US citizens or permanent residents

http://www.massgeneral.org/mao/education/internship.aspx?id=5&display=apply

Deadline:

January 31st

The Medical University of South Carolina

Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP)

Program Dates:

May 29, 2017 to August 4, 2017

The MUSC Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) is a 10-week research and educational based program run by the College of Graduate Studies on the campus of the Medical University of South Carolina. The purpose of the SURP is to promote access to graduate education and to enhance specific skills that are required for success in a subsequent MS, PHD or an MD/PhD in Biomedical Sciences. MUSC offers this valuable opportunity to academically talented and motivated students who confirm a strong interest in graduate and/or doctoral studies.

US citizens or permanent residents

Undergraduates with a very strong interest in biosciences and biomedical research

Have completed at least two full years of college course work, or else have been involved in significant research opportunities, by the time the internship begins

Enrolled full time and in good standing in a baccalaureate program at the time of application

Minimum GPA of 3.0. A cumulative G.P.A. of 3.2 or higher is preferred

SURP participants will receive a living allowance of $400.00/week for a total of $4000.00 to help pay for expenses while participating in the SURP

MUSC SURP does not offer meal tickets for the 10-week program. Meals are the responsibility of the student.

For students living outside of the greater Charleston area, convenient housing will be offered. Details of this housing will be provided later. This housing will be offered on a first come first serve basis to SURP students. Estimated housing costs may be $2500.00 or more for the 10 weeks. Some students may qualify to receive a housing allowance of at least $1000.


http://www.musc.edu/grad/summer/surp/general.html

Deadline:

February 1, 2017

The Mount Sinai School of Medicine

The Mount Sinai International Exchange Program for Minority Students is a 10-to 12-week exchange program that allows

U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or permanent resident

Students will receive paid round-trip travel expenses to attend Orientation Week in New York City and to and






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International Exchange Program for Minority Students

Program Dates:

As an intern you are required to dedicate 11 or 12 consecutive weeks to the program

interns to work on an important community-based scientific research project in their host country by matching interns with a mentor. The Exchange Program emphasizes collaboration and the exchange of scientific and cultural knowledge in an atmosphere of support for diversity. After completing the orientation week, interns travel to their host country in dyads (two students per country) to begin their research and international experience.

Member of minority group underrepresented in the sciences

Minimum GPA of 3.0

from the host country, housing in New York City during Orientation Week, full health coverage for 11 weeks spent in the host country(including emergency evacuation coverage), monthly stipend of between $1,200 - $2,000, and housing at international research site


http://www.mssm.edu/departments-and-institutes/preventive-medicine/programs-and-services/international-exchange-program-for-minority-students

Deadline:

January 27st

MIT Department of Biology Undergraduate Summer Research Internships

Program Dates:

June 4 - August 12, 2017

The Department of Biology and the Department of Brain & Cognitive Sciences at MIT offer a joint 10-week research-intensive summer training program in the biological sciences, neurosciences or biomedical-related fields to advanced sophomore and junior science majors from other colleges and universities. This summer internship program is funded in part by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute and the MIT School of Science. During the summer, students have several opportunities to give oral presentations on their research

Be enrolled full-time undergraduate students at a university or four-year college in the U.S.

Academic Minimum (Science): 3.5 GPA

Foreign students enrolled full-time at a college or university in the U.S. on a student visa are eligible

Be sophomores or juniors who have successfully completed introductory courses in the biological sciences

Preference will be given to underrepresented group in

Students will receive campus housing, weekly stipend, domestic travel allowance to and from MIT, an MIT email account, and subsidized pass to the athletic facilities.


https://biology.mit.edu/outreach_initiatives/UG_summer_internship

Deadline:

January 30th








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graduate studies OR low income OR first generation college students

The Ohio State University SUCCESS Program

Summer Undergraduate Course Creating Excellence in Scientific Study

Program Dates:

May 30 through August 18

The SUCCESS Program will enable students to participate in a 10-week, fully funded, enriching research experience hosted by the Medical Scientist Training Program. While taking part in this program, students will take valuable professional development courses and learn from engaged mentors; all while working in state-of-the-art research facilities. The program seeks to identify outstanding students interested in the biomedical sciences with the goal of pursuing graduate education (MD/PhD or PhD).


Available to Sophomores and Juniors

Preference will be given to underrepresented group in graduate studies OR low income

Students will receive a $3,800 stipend, travel expenses within the US, and on-campus housing

For more information, visit: https://medicine.osu.edu/mstp/success-program/Pages/index.aspx

Deadline:

January 7th

Tufts University The Sackler School

Building Diversity in BIomedical Sciences (BDBS) for Undergraduates

The Building Diversity in Biomedical Sciences (BDBS) Program provides a mentored, 10-week research-intensive experience for undergraduates who are interested in pursuing PhD or MD/PhD training upon completion of the baccalaureate degree. Although the focus of the BDBS training program is the research experience, participants receive training in written and oral communication of scientific data and learn about careers in biomedical science through workshops.


Minimum 1 year of undergraduate studies

Preference will be given to underrepresented group in graduate studies OR low income

Students will receive a $4,000 stipend, travel expenses within the US, and on-campus housing


http://sackler.tufts.edu/Admissions/App

ly-to-Non-Degree-Programs/Building-

Diversity-in-Biomedical-Sciences.aspx

Deadline:

February 15th

University of Alabama Birmingham Minority Health

The Department of Epidemiology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Public Health is offering a 12-week research training opportunities to

A US citizen or Permanent Resident

An undergraduate student from any accredited US

Students will receive monthly stipend, living allowance, travel expenses, and research expenses

https://medicine.osu.edu/mstp/success-program/Pages/index.aspx

https://medicine.osu.edu/mstp/success-program/Pages/index.aspx

http://sackler.tufts.edu/Admissions/Apply-to-Non-Degree-Programs/Building-Diversity-in-Biomedical-Sciences.aspx



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International Research Training (MHIRT) Program

Program Dates:

12 weeks (usually mid May- August)

minority undergraduate, graduate and health professions students who have an interest in the areas of nutrition, tropical infectious diseases, reproductive health and/or sexually transmitted diseases, HIV/AIDS or chronic disease. Foreigh Training Sites include Guatemala, Jamaica, Peru, and Swaziland.

college or university enrolled throughout the duration of the academic year.

GPA of 3.0 or greater

Able to spend 12 weeks overseas (mid-May through August)

Must be from a health disparity population as determined by the Director, NCMHD. Health disparity populations are defined as African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Alaskan Natives, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders, and the medically underserved (i.e., socio-economically disadvantaged individuals in rural and urban areas)


http://www.soph.uab.edu/mhirt/introduction

Deadline:

Early January

The University of Arizona Graduate College

Minority Health Disparities Undergraduate Summer Research

MHD is a 10-week program sponsored by the UA Graduate College and under the umbrella of Undergraduate Research Opportunity Programs. The program offers a research project with a faculty mentor, workshops for preparation for the graduate application process, social opportunities and a support network, financial support, and annual research conference.



Major in fields leading to biomedical careers

Member of an underrepresented minority in medicine or dentistry OR economically/educationally disadvantaged

Students will receive six units of upper division research credit and $4000 stipend. On campus housing is available.


http://deptmedicine.arizona.edu/divisions/translational-and-regenerative-medicine/education/minority-health-disparities







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Deadline:

February 1st

University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine

Pre-Medical/Pre-Dental Enrichment Program (PREP)

Program Dates:

June 19-July 2, 2017

UCLA PREP is a 7-week program designed to provide premedical and pre=dental students from disadvantaged backgrounds with a means of strengthening their ability and readiness to study medicine or dentistry. As a result of full participation in UCLA PREP participants should have enhanced their chances of being accepted to medical or dental school and succeeding once there.

Be from a disadvantaged background or medically underserved community

Be a US citizen or permanent resident r documentation of approved eligibility for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) in the State of California

Have one year of biology or chemistry completed by the time the program begins

Minimum 2.5 science GPA for freshmen or sophomores Minimum 2.8 science GPA for juniors and above

Students who must relocate to participate in the program may be eligible for a stipend depending on availability of funds. Students are responsible for their housing, transportation, and living expenses.

For more information, visit: http://www.medstudent.ucla.edu/offices/aeo/prep.cfm

Deadline:

Febuary 1st –Early Decision

March 1st-Regular Decision

University of California Los Angeles Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP)

Program Dates:

June 19-July 21, 2017

The 6-week UCLA SHPEP will allow students examine health care issues in medically underserved communities. Through a research project, problem-based learning cases, lectures, clinical experiences, and small-group discussions, students will also improve their learning skills and increase their science knowledge. Students will also have the opportunity to work with expert faculty and staff who are eager to mentor students and share knowledge in their individual fields.

Be a currently enrolled college freshman or sophomore

Have a minimum overall GPA of 2.5.

Be a U.S. citizen, a permanent resident, or an individual granted deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) status by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

Not have previously participated in SHPEP.

Students will receive room and board. Travel expenses are not provided. Each student will receive a stipend disbursed in 2 installments (week 1 and week 4). Health insurance is not provided.


http://www.medsch.ucla.edu/smdep/default.htm

Usual Deadline:

March 1st (General SHPEP deadline)

http://www.medstudent.ucla.edu/offices/aeo/prep.cfm

http://www.medstudent.ucla.edu/offices/aeo/prep.cfm



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Member of an underrepresented minority in medicine or dentistry OR economically/educationally disadvantaged OR from parts of the country where residents have been historically underrepresented in medicine and dentistry

Must have health insurance

University of California San Diego School of Medicine

Medical Scientist Training Program Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)

Program Dates:

Monday, June 26-Friday, August 18

The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship is an 8-week program for undergraduate students from underrepresented groups in the Biomedical Sciences. The program provides weekly seminars, a physician-scientist clinical shadowing experience, career development seminars, and a presentation of the research work at the UCSD Summer Research Conference



Students will receive stipend for the eight-week period of $1600 per month, costs of rooming (not board), and a $500 travel allowance for transportation to and from San Diego.


http://mstp.ucsd.edu/surf/Pages/default.aspx

Deadline:

February 12th

University of Connecticut

Aetna Health Professions Partnership Initiative

Health Disparities Clinical Summer Research

This seven-week program is designed to provide a clinical research and enrichment experience and an introduction to health disparities, cross cultural issues, principles of clinical medicine and skills for public health research and interventions and an overview of approaches to cultural definitions, public health issues and


Academic Minimum: B+’ average or better


Students will receive housing, meals, and a stipend.


http://health.uconn.edu/hcop/enrichment-programs/health-disparities-clinical-summer-research-fellowship-program/






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Fellowship Program

Program Dates:

June 12-July 28, 2017

discussion of specific techniques for working with diverse populations in community settings.

Rising college sophomores, juniors, seniors or recent graduates.

Deadline:

March 1st



Summer Research Fellowship Program

Program Dates:

June 12th-July 28th, 2017

This nine-week program is designed to provide a research enrichment experience and some exposure to clinical or dental medicine. The program is also devoted to approximately 30 hours per week of work on a research project and 10 hours per week to required clinical experiential.



Must be college sophomores, juniors, seniors or recent graduates with a ‘B’ average or better who are interested in a career in medicine, dental medicine or biomedical research.

Have completed some college coursework in biology and chemistry (preferably through organic chemistry).



http://health.uconn.edu/hcop/enrichment-programs/summer-research-fellowship-program/

Deadline:

March 1st



This six-week summer program consists of two tracks: Track One MCAT/DAT Preparation Program is for students who will be taking the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) or Dental Admission Test (DAT). The program focuses on MCAT/DAT test preparation, clinical interaction with preceptors and introduction to problem based learning



Be college sophomores, juniors, seniors or recent



http://health.uconn.edu/hcop/enrichment-programs/medicaldental-preparatory-program/







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Medical/Dental Preparatory Program

Program Dates:

June 12th-July 28th, 2017

through case studies. Track Two Basic Medical Science Program is for all other students not on Track One. This track consists of basic medical science courses emphasizing essential principals of cell and molecular biology correlated to problem based learning case studies.

graduates of pre-professional programs with a ‘B+’ average or better.

Deadline:

March 1st

University of Florida

Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) in Pharmacology and Therapeautics

Program Dates:

Approx. May 30 – August 5, 2016

The UF SURF Program is designed to give students a research experience that focuses on Pharmacology & Therapeutics and includes both drug discovery and biological therapies. It is an immersive, 10-week program with mentored independent research, course work, and enrichment activities.



Applicants must be full-time, registered students at a College or University at the time of application submission. Each applicant must have completed at least 1 year of coursework at the undergraduate level.

Member of an underrepresented group in medicine OR low income OR disabled

Students will receive a stipend of $2,800 and travel funds to attend a scientific meeting during the summer. Assistance with housing and travel may be available if sufficient need is demonstrated.


http://pharmacology.med.ufl.edu/educat

ion/surf-program/

Deadline:

March 1st

University of Michigan School of Public Health Summer Enrichment Program (SEP): Health Management and Policy Summer

The Summer Enrichment Program in Health Management and Policy (SEP) is an 8-week summer internship program for undergraduate students interested in the goal of eliminating racial, ethnic and socioeconomic health disparities. The program, which is sponsored by the University of Michigan School of Public Health, has been placing students in

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (DACA students are eligible to apply)


Rising juniors and seniors

Adversely affected by health disparities OR live in a community or area adversely affected by health disparities OR have experience working

Students will receive a $3000 stipend, transportation to Ann Arbor, ground transportation, Housing, and a $250 Food Allowance.


http://www.sph.umich.edu/sep/index.html

http://pharmacology.med.ufl.edu/education/surf-program/

http://pharmacology.med.ufl.edu/education/surf-program/



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Enrichment Program

Program Dates:

May 31st through July 28th

health care organizations in Southeast Michigan and Flint, Michigan since 1986.

in programs that address health disparities OR have done previous academic work related to health disparities

Deadline:

January 20th

University of Minnesota

Life Sciences Summer Undergraduate Research Programs

Program Dates:

June 1 - August 12, 2017

The University of Minnesota LSSURP oversees and coordinates several life sciences programs. The programs begin with a joint orientation weekend, followed by participation in a 10-week research project under the direction of a University of Minnesota faculty mentor and numerous special activities focused on professional development as well as social interaction. The summer research experience concludes with a poster symposium and banquet in August. LSSURP is designed to recruit highly qualified students to the graduate life science programs of the University of Minnesota. The different programs include: Cancer research; Heart, lung, and Blood (HLB); Neuroscience; Neural Systems Engineering; MD/PhD Pre-MSTP Program; Urban Agriculture; PharmoNeuroImmunology


Member of an underrepresented student group encouraged to apply

Interest in the Life Sciences

Students will receive a stipend of $4,000, a travel round trip airfare of $600, and a housing allowance of $3,500 (Total $8,600).


http://www.cbs.umn.edu/lssurp/

Deadline:

February 15th

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Summer Research for Undergraduates

The Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE-REU) Program in Molecular Biosciences at UNC-Chapel Hill provides talented undergraduate students the opportunity to carry out independent research projects under the


Admission is limited to rising sophomores, juniors and seniors

Participants will receive a stipend of $5250; a food allowance of $772 and travel support up to $410.

For more information, visit: http://www.med.unc.edu/oge/stad/sure

http://www.cbs.umn.edu/lssurp/

http://www.med.unc.edu/oge/stad/sure

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Program Dates:

May 21st –July 28th, 2017

guidance of faculty mentors in the following areas: biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, cellular biophysics, structural biology, computational biology, genetics, genomics, and proteomics. For 10 weeks during the summer, undergraduate students work side-by-side with graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and faculty who serve as role models and as mentors.

First generation college students and students from groups under-represented in the sciences are strongly encouraged to apply.

All participants MUST arrive on Sunday, May 21st. Please do not consider applying if you will be unable to meet this requirement.

Deadline:

Feburary 28th

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine Center for Molecular Studies in Digestive and Liver Diseases Undergraduate Student Scholars Program

Program Dates:

June 5, 2017 to August 11, 2017

During the 10-week program, students attend weekly seminars on introductory topics in biomedical research. At the end of the course, all participants present their research to members of the Center for Molecular Studies in Digestive and Liver Diseases in a focused seminar and receive a certificate recognizing their completion of the program. The research program is thus individualized to each student and each laboratory.


Applications from women and members of underrepresented minorities are strongly encouraged.

Students receive a competitive stipend, and on-campus housing is available.

For more information, visit: http://www.med.upenn.edu/molecular/undergrad.shtml

Deadline:

February 8th

University of Pennsylvania Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics

Summer Undergraduate

The 12-week SUMR program provides students with an opportunity to receive a stipend to conduct health services research on a topic of their choice under the guidance of Penn faculty, gain practical advice about graduate school opportunities and assistance with the

Member of an underrepresented group in biomedical and behavioral research careers

Students are expected to have an interest in exploring

Students will receive a stipend of $1200 per month during the summer months for a time commitment of 20 hours per week. The students work with their mentors to devise a schedule that can be flexible to work around other employment.

http://www.med.upenn.edu/molecular/undergrad.shtml

http://www.med.upenn.edu/molecular/undergrad.shtml

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Minority Research Program

Program Dates:

May 30- August 18

graduate school application process, attend weekly lunch meetings with program staff and Penn faculty to discuss their projects, present a final presentation on mentored health services research project at the SUMR Research Symposium, attend two health services research related academic conferences as a group (all expenses paid), and take part in various extracurricular activities/social functions sponsored by the SUMR program.

the field of health services research.

Rising undergraduate sophomores, juniors and seniors

For more information, visit: http://ldi.upenn.edu/sumr

Deadline:

February 1st

University of Pittsburgh

Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP)

Program Dates:

Begins May, 22, 2017 and ends July 28, 2017.

SURP provides an intensive 10-week research experience designed to help undergraduates perform outstanding cutting edge research at Pitt. Students are matched with research mentors, participate in weekly seminars and lab meetings and conduct laboratory based research. The program is administered by the Interdisciplinary Biomedical Graduate Program (IBGP) at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine - a premiere research center in the historic Oakland section of Pittsburgh. The School of Medicine provides an exceptional environment for students to gain research experience under the guidance of internationally recognized scientists.


For students seriously considering graduate school or a career in biomedical research

Individuals from groups underrepresented in the sciences are encouraged to apply.

Preference to applicants who have completed their sophomore or junior year

All students receive a competitive stipend of $3,500 for the ten-week program. Housing in a modern University dormatory is provided along with social activities that enable students to enjoy life in Pittsburgh.

Flights to and from Pittsburgh through our campus travel agency are provided. Participants who drive will be reimbursed for mielage or the equivalent of an airline ticket up to $500, whichever is the lowest cost.


http://www.gradbiomed.pitt.edu/admissions/summer-undergraduate-research-program

Deadline:

February 1st- Early

March 1st- Final

http://ldi.upenn.edu/sumr




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University of Wisconsin-Madison Molecular and Environmental Toxicology Center

Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) for Minority Students

Program Dates:

May 30th thru August 2nd, 2017 (Approximate)

The purpose of this 9-week program is to provide traditionally underrepresented minority undergraduate students hands-on research experience in molecular and environmental toxicology; as well as career exploration and weekly tutorial sessions.. Four to six minority undergraduates will work with UW-Madison faculty affiliated with the Molecular and Environmental Toxicology Center and researchers in their lab, on ongoing toxicology related projects over the summer. Students will be mentored in cell biology, genetics, developmental biology, immunotoxicology, environmental toxicant remediation, or other projects.

A US citizen or Permanent Resident

Academic minimum: 3.0 GPA

Underrepresented minority (African American, American Indian/Alaskan/Hawaiian, Cambodian, Hispanic/Latino, Hmong, Laotian, and Vietnamese)

Most expenses related to travel, housing, and food will be covered. We offer a competitive stipend of $5,570 for the summer. Students selected to participate will have access to all UW-Madison libraries and recreational facilities. All fees and tuition costs are paid by the program.


http://metc.wisc.edu/prospective-trainees/srop-program/

Deadline:

February 15th

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine- Vascular Biology

Short Term Training Program for Minority Students

The Short Term Training Program for Minority Students offers an 8-to 11-week laboratory experience designed to teach contemporary research techniques and enhance essential laboratory skills. Combining research activities with coursework, students gain a better grasp of research concepts and improve their critical thinking with regards to the literature and their own studies.



Students will receive a travel allowance of $400 and a housing allowance of $1000 for the period of the program. This program is supported by an R25 NIH training grant which pays a salary based on a forty hour work week. Salary amount is dictated by the NIH and changes periodically.


https://medschool.vanderbilt.edu/vssa/vascular-biology-short-term-training-program-minority-students

Deadline:

February 1st






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Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

Minority Research Program

The Vanderbilt Minority Summer Research Program is a 9-week program that provides an opportunity for undergraduates to experience first-hand the research to advance understanding of both normal biology and human disease, and the opportunity to develop new therapies and cures to the illnesses that face our society. Students are mentored through an independent research project that will conclude with a formal presentation at the end of the summer. The laboratory research project is complemented by activities organized by the Vanderbilt Summer Science Academy. These include: research seminars, GRE preparation, enrichment sessions, and social activities


Member of an underrepresented minority in the sciences

Interest in applicants who are in their junior year of undergraduate studies who are interested in a research career.

The Vanderbilt Minority Summer Research Program will provide a salary of $10/hour for the nine-week period.

Housing is provided in a university dormitory.


https://medschool.vanderbilt.edu/vssa/vanderbilt-minority-summer-research-program

Deadline:

February 1st


ASPIRNAUT - Undergraduate Research Internships on the Pathobiology of Diabetic Nephropathy

Aspirnaut™ Summer Research Internships are hands-on and mentored biomedical science research laboratory experiences for undergraduate students interested in a career in biomedical research. The program is supported by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases of the National Institutes of Health. Interns are assigned to a mentor and research lab related to diabetes. Interns are fully engaged in their research project and meet regularly to discuss their projects with scientific mentors and to interact with distinguished guest speakers.



Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors

Academic minimum: 3.0 GPA

Applicants should have already completed biology and chemistry or biochemistry.

The summer research interns will receive a salary of $500 per week for the ten-week period. This salary is intended to cover all intern costs associated with participation in the program including housing, food, and travel to and from Nashville.


https://medschool.vanderbilt.edu/vssa/aspirnaut-undergraduate-research-internships-pathobiology-diabetic-nephropathy

Deadline:








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February 1st


Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center: Discover Cancer Research Program (VICC:DCRP)

The VICC:DCRP program offers undergraduate students (from current freshman to rising seniors) the opportunity to engage in cancer research in the laboratory of a VICC investigator for 8 weeks during the summer. Students will receive close mentoring to carrying out a research project that will conclude with a poster presentation at the end of the summer. Participants are encouraged to continue research in the same laboratory during the academic year (if attending a local university) and/or return for a second summer.



Discover Cancer Research Program provides a summer stipend of $2800 for the 8 week program and an additional stipend of $1000/semester for those students who participate during the academic year.

Housing is available in a university dormitory but the cost of housing is not covered by the program.


https://medschool.vanderbilt.edu/vssa/viccdcrp-vanderbilt-ingram-cancer-center-discover-cancer-research-program

Deadline:

February 1st

Wake Forest School of Medicine

Excellence in Cardiovascular Sciences (EICS)

Program Dates:

Starts: June 1, 2017

“Excellence in Cardiovascular Sciences” (EICS), sponsored by Wake Forest School of Medicine in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and the National Heart, Lung and Blood Pressure Institute, is an opportunity for summer research experience for underrepresented minorities. The focus is on research training in the cardiovascular sciences with mentoring by medical school faculty. The curriculum includes "hands-on" laboratory research, a lecture series that


Underrepresented Minorities (i.e. African American, Alaskan Native, Asian-American, Native American, Pacific Islander, or Hispanic) OR students with disabilities OR from disadvantaged backgrounds(urban/rural areas, first generation college students, etc.)

EICS sponsorship includes travel, housing and a stipend.


http://www.wakehealth.edu/School/Hypertension-and-Vascular-Research-Center/EICS-Program.htm

Deadline:

February 1st








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includes presentations by faculty and guest speakers and a research symposium at which the students present their research findings.

Weill Cornell/Rockefeller/ Sloan-Kettering Gateways to The Laboratory Summer Program

Program Dates:

Monday, June 5, 2017 - Tuesday, August 8, 2017

The Gateways to The Laboratory Summer Program provides a mentored 10-week intensive journey of learning about the challenging and gratifying road of becoming a physician-scientist. Over the summer, students will work independently on a research project at one of the three participating institutions, present and participate in weekly journal clubs, sit for a mock MCAT exam, partake in a lab techniques workshop and Clinical Skills workshop, participate in career development workshops (Presentation Workshop and Interview Skills Workshop), scrub into surgeries at the New York-Presbyterian Hospital, give an oral, written and poster presentation.


Academic Minimum: 3.0 GPA (3.7 GPA average of admitted students)

Completion of college calculus strongly suggested

Prior research experience strongly suggested


Students will receive a $4,300 stipend, reimbursement for travel expenses, and have one family member flown out to NYC for the final presentations and accommodated at a high-end hotel in New York City.


http://www.med.cornell.edu/mdphd/summerprogram/

Deadline:

February 1st

Weill Cornell Medical College

(NYC, NY)

Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program

Program Dates:

June 19, 2017 - August 4, 2017

The Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program is designed to give 25 premedical students deeper insights into the field of medicine, including issues that greatly affect the health of traditionally underserved groups. Through the experiences of laboratory or clinical research, the student learns how one pursues a specific research problem under the supervision of a faculty member, thus providing an early education into basic research techniques that could be applicable to any area of medicine.


Must be at least in Junior year

The program is designed for declared premed students who preferably have already taken biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry and physics.

Preference is given to students with a GPA of B or above

Students receive a $140-a-week cost-of-living allowance and are housed rent - free in the dormitory for medical students, but are required to pay for their meals and other living expenses. Travel expenses are paid for students that live some distance from New York.

For more information, visit: http://www.med.cornell.edu/education/programs/tra_sum_res.html



http://www.med.cornell.edu/education/programs/tra_sum_res.html

http://www.med.cornell.edu/education/programs/tra_sum_res.html

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Must have a demonstrated commitment to working on issues with underserved populations within the USA


Deadline:

February 1st

Yale School of Medicine

Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)

Program Dates:

Eight Weeks in the summer (June and July)

Each summer the Yale SURF Program brings a group of qualified undergraduates to Yale for 8 weeks. The experience is meant to familiarize students with the kind of work they can expect to do in graduate school, provide them with insight into the many steps involved in building a career based on Ph.D. level training, as well as foster a sense of confidence regarding their own abilities and potential.


Strong desire to pursue research careers at the Ph.D. level

Members of an underrepresented group in biomedical research encouraged to apply

Preference is given to students completing their sophomore or junior years

Students are housed at no charge in a Yale University dormitory. Students receive a $1,000 food allowance at the start of the program. Air or train transportation to and from the program will be covered up to $400 (not including excess luggage charges). All travel arrangements are made through the SURF Program Office. Students will also receive a stipend of $3,000 upon successful participation in, and completion of, the program.


http://medicine.yale.edu/education/omca/summer/biostep/index.aspx

Deadline:

February 1st



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