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This is a great opportunity for disadvantaged
students (economically disadvantaged or from a group underrepresented in
medicine here in the US—African-American, Hispanic, Native American,
Native Hawaiian). DO NOT DELAY!!!! WHO: College Freshmen (NYC & NJ residents) WHAT: Health Careers Opportunity Program ~ Make a Difference in YOUR future ~ Improve your chances for acceptance into medical school ~ Join other students like you for a six week summer
enrichment program ~ Continued support each summer until application to medical
school WHERE: NJMS or Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons WHEN :
June 1 ~
July 17, 2009 (New Jersey Medical School)
June 15 ~July 31, 2009 (Columbia University College of Physicians and
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Application
Deadline: Has been extended to April 1, 2009. The Selection Process Notification: Students
are admitted on a rolling basis.
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MEDPREP
Application |
Scholars selected for this highly competitive program
will be expected to complete MedPrep 1, 2, and 3. Upon completion of the 3
phases, a composite letter of recommendation will be sent to your undergraduate
institution.
Application Instructions:
1. Students must be United States Citizens or a
permanent resident. Student Visas are not accepted. Permanent residents are
required to demonstrate proof of status by providing a copy of both sides of
their Green Card.
2. A personal statement on why you wish to participate, and what you hope to
gain from the summer program.
3. Two letters of recommendation, sealed and signed, from science and/or math
professor.
4. A current official transcript which includes Fall 2008 grades sealed from
the university.
5. All programs run a full day. If you are taking credit courses, working or
have demands that would require you to miss class, we suggest that you not submit
an application.