Pre-Med Summer Scholar Program
The Pre-Med Summer Scholar Program is an educational program incorporating medical guest speakers and hands-on activities giving the Summer Scholar an involved sense of working in the field of medicine. The goal of the program is to expose the Summer Scholar to a variety of medical professions in hope that they make a more informed decision about their own path to medicine. This is not a "summer camp-like" program and housing and parking accommodations are not included. Past years' curriculum included:
- Robotic and laparoscopic surgical skills
- Imaging lesson
- Pathology
- Suturing session
- Health Care Provider panel Q&A
- CPR Training
- Stop the Bleed training and certification
- Basic science research lab tours
The application is open US citizens in high school. To apply, students must be at least 16 years old and not yet attending college.
How to prepare for the application period:
- Prepare to answer 1 short essay prompt
- Have resume ready to upload
- Notify your parent and prepare them to sign a Parent Consent and Waiver of Liability
Important Program Dates
- Applications Open: February 1, 2025
- Deadline for Applications: March 15, 2025 @ 9AM
- Notification of Acceptance (sent via email): April 1, 2025
- Payment due by: May 1, 2025 (NO REFUNDS ISSUED AFTER PAYMENT DEADLINE)
Past Feedback
"This was one of the best experiences I have ever had. Before this program, I was unsure of the path I wanted to take. The information and fun I got out of the program reinforced my desire [to pursue a career] in the field of medicine. I had a lot of unanswered questions answered…" - Summer Scholar
"The Pre-Med Summer Scholar Program made me excited and motivated to go into medicine. This was a life-changing experience.” - Summer Scholar
"Wonderful and enjoyable program to help the kids learn about their own personal interests and help to lead them towards their future career paths. Truly an experience that a normal classroom cannot provide!” - Summer Scholar Parent
Ideal Candidates:
- Possess a strong desire to attend medical school to pursue a career in medicine
- Current sophomores, juniors, and seniors attending high school in the United States. Students MUST BE 16 YEARS OLD (hospital policy) at the time of participation.
Program Fee
- $1450
- Fee covers instruction, facilitator time, cost of equipment and materials, and a polo shirt. Lodging, transportation, parking and meals not included.
- Scholarships available based on need. Proof of participation in a or, reduced-fee or free food program. A verification letter from the applicant's school is required.
2025 Pre-Med Summer Scholar Schedule
Choice to participate in 1 of 2, FIVE-day sessions:
- Session 1: June 23-27, 2025
- Session 2: July 7-11, 2025
* We cannot guarantee accommodation for first choice session date.
Sample Schedule
| Day | Activity | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | In-person Program Day | 9AM - 4PM |
| Day 2 | In-person Robotics Skills Lab | 9AM - 4PM |
| Day 3 | In-person Program Day | 9AM - 4PM |
| Day 4 | In-person Program Day | 9AM - 4PM |
| Day 5 | In-person Closing Day + Ceremony | 9AM - 4PM |
* Both sessions will be completely IN-PERSON and ONSITE
Please note: Pre-Med Summer Scholars Program will be hosted in the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, the Center for Health Sciences, and the Rosenfeld Hall at UCLA campus and is subject to restriction, change, or cancellation.
For additional questions, please email