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    Black Lives Matter Less: How Structural Racism Affects Health
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    Black Lives Matter Less: How Structural Racism Affects Health

    by Brown Pre-College Programs

    Brown’s public health course examines how structural racism shapes health inequities through scholarly reading, discussion, reflective writing, and a community-focused capstone.

    Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy

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    Black Lives Matter Less at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Students completing grades 9–12

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 14-18

    Location / Region

    Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island, United States

    Cost

    $8,372; $6,416

    Duration

    3 weeks

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    MedicineSocial Sciences
    Accommodation: Single, double, or triple residence-hall rooms
    Meals: Residential: three daily; commuter: one daily
    Certificate / Outcome: Digital CeCertificate; Course Performance Report
    Class schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30–11:20 a.m. Eastern Time
    Instructor: Kathryn Thompson

    Black Lives Matter Less summary

    This Brown University course uses public health to examine how structural racism affects individual and community health. It connects the historical construction of race with contemporary health inequities.

    Students read scholarly material, discuss difficult social questions, write reflections, and develop a community-focused capstone. It suits students interested in health equity, sociology, or policy.

    What is Black Lives Matter Less: How Structural Racism Affects Health?

    Black Lives Matter Less: How Structural Racism Affects Health is a Brown University Pre-College course examining health inequities in the United States. Its public health approach connects racial hierarchy, privilege, and social structures with individual and community health.

    Students learn through on-campus discussions, scholarly reading, interactive activities, and reflective writing. A capstone asks them to develop and present community-focused strategies addressing structural racism and its health effects.

    Why Succeed highlights Black Lives Matter Less

    • The course connects public health with sociology and policy through a clearly defined health-equity focus.

    • Scholarly reading and facilitated discussion give students practice analyzing complex social systems.

    • The capstone turns academic analysis into a community-focused project and presentation.

    • Reflective writing asks students to consider how privilege influences their own health and social position.

    Who is Black Lives Matter Less for?

    Best for

    Students curious about public health, sociology, or policy who want to understand health inequities through reading, discussion, and project work.

    Not ideal if

    You want clinical training, college credit, or a light academic workload, or would find explicit discussions of systemic racism difficult to engage with.

    Is Black Lives Matter Less worth it?

    The strongest reason to choose this course is its focused combination of health-equity analysis and a community-facing capstone. Students willing to engage with scholarly reading and difficult discussions can use it to test their interest in public health, sociology, or policy.

    The value depends on how closely that focus matches your interests and family budget. It is non-credit, and Brown makes no promise of an undergraduate admissions advantage; the academic work and your reflection on it should justify the investment.

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    Cost and what is included

    $8,372; $6,416; includes One three-week on-campus course., Residential housing and three dining-hall meals daily., One on-campus meal daily for commuters., Fitness, athletic, and aquatics center access., Program activities and excursions., Digital CeCertificate after successful completion., Instructor Course Performance Report..

    Accommodation

    Single, double, or triple residence-hall rooms

    Meals

    Residential: three daily; commuter: one daily

    Supervision or safety information

    Residence halls have trained student life staff, nightly check-ins, and staff support on call 24/7. Students also have substantial independence, including permitted unsupervised travel within Rhode Island subject to program rules.

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    3 weeks; Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island, United States.

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    How much preparation does Black Lives Matter Less need?

    Effort level

    High academic engagement.

    Best started

    Allow 4–6 weeks before a future application deadline for the essay, records, optional recommendation, and any language testing.

    Main challenge

    Connecting complex social structures to health outcomes while discussing sensitive material respectfully.

    Typical preparation

    • Practice summarizing a scholarly article’s argument, supporting evidence, and limitations.

    • Draft an application essay that explains your curiosity in your own words.

    • Gather both academic years’ grades and arrange any required English proficiency results.

    • Plan travel and medical forms early; request accessibility support at least three weeks before arrival.

    Useful if

    You want to test an interest in public health, sociology, or policy.

    What do students do on Black Lives Matter Less?

    You examine how structural racism affects health through scholarly reading, facilitated discussion, interactive activities, and reflective writing. The work culminates in a community-focused capstone and presentation.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Explore the historical and contemporary construction of race in the United States.

    2. 2

      Analyze pathways linking structural racism to health inequities, including during COVID-19.

    3. 3

      Reflect on privilege and its influence on health and social position.

    4. 4

      Discuss possible strategies for addressing structural racism in health outcomes.

    5. 5

      Develop and present a community-focused project.

    Black Lives Matter Less dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Application deadline

    15 May 2026

    General Brown Pre-College application deadline.

    Reference date

    Programme dates

    6-24 July 2026

    Reference date

    Applications open

    14 January 2026

    2026 Brown Pre-College application cycle.

    Reference date

    Final admission decisions

    22 May 2026

    Reference date

    Residential check-in

    5 July 2026

    9 a.m.–1 p.m. Eastern Time; required student orientation follows.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Complete grades 9–12; ages 14–18 by 14 June 2026.

    • No prior coursework or experience is required.

    • Be prepared for college-level reading and scholarly journal articles.

    • Engage maturely and respectfully with explicit depictions of systemic racism.

    • Demonstrate strong English language proficiency.

    • Gain Brown Pre-College admission and complete separate course enrollment.

    How much does Black Lives Matter Less cost?

    Residential program fee

    $8,372 — 2026 three-week total with housing and meals.

    Funding or discounts

    • Commuter program fee: $6,416 — 2026 three-week total with one daily campus meal.
    • Application fee: $80 — Non-refundable; eligible applicants may request a waiver.
    • Enrollment deposit: $500 — Required before course enrollment; generally non-refundable.
    • Sibley Scholarships: Need-based aid — Limited funds for eligible U.S. students and residents.
    • PPSD Scholarships: Full scholarship — Qualifying Providence district students must complete the scholarship form.
    • Partner Scholarships: Partner-nominated — An established partner organization must nominate the student.
    • Employee dependent scholarship: 20% or 50% — Qualifying Brown employee dependents; tax conditions apply.
    • Required short-term insurance: $80 — Applies to international students and U.S. students without qualifying coverage.

    What's included

    One three-week on-campus course., Residential housing and three dining-hall meals daily., One on-campus meal daily for commuters., Fitness, athletic, and aquatics center access., Program activities and excursions., Digital CeCertificate after successful completion., Instructor Course Performance Report.

    How to apply to Black Lives Matter Less

    1. 1

      Create one applicant account in Brown’s Student Portal.

    2. 2

      Complete the application form and write an original 250–500-word essay.

    3. 3

      Upload current and previous academic-year grades in English.

    4. 4

      Provide any required language results and optional recommendation through Brown’s form.

    5. 5

      Pay the $80 application fee or obtain an eligible fee waiver.

    6. 6

      Monitor your portal for missing materials and the admission decision.

    7. 7

      After admission, review the desired course before paying the $500 deposit.

    8. 8

      Enroll separately in the course and complete required student and parent forms.

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    What does Black Lives Matter Less cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Race and racial hierarchy

    Examine the historical and contemporary construction of race in the United States.

    Structural racism and health

    Analyze pathways connecting social structures and systemic racism to health inequities.

    Public health crises

    Explore racial inequities during crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Privilege and reflection

    Assess how privilege influences your health and social position through reflective writing.

    Community-focused capstone

    Develop and present strategies addressing structural racism and its health effects.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Black Lives Matter Less?

    A typical day during the program.

    Course meetings

    Monday–Friday, 8:30–11:20 a.m. Eastern Time.

    Homework and projects

    Expect at least 2–3 hours daily, scheduled independently.

    Campus activities

    Choose optional workshops, events, activities, and excursions around coursework.

    Residential check in

    Check in face to face at 10 p.m. and remain on your floor until 6 a.m.

    Who teaches on Black Lives Matter Less?

    Kathryn Thompson is the named instructor for this course section. Students can use instructor office hours to discuss course content and assignments, alongside Brown’s writing and language support services.

    Where do students stay on Black Lives Matter Less?

    Residential plan

    • Residence hall rooms: Single, double, or triple rooms include college furniture, wireless internet, and cooling.
    • Three meals daily: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in all-you-care-to-eat dining halls.
    • Residential staff support: Trained staff provide nightly check-ins and support on call 24/7.
    • Laundry and recreation: Residence-hall laundry and fitness, athletic, and aquatics facilities are included.

    Non-residential plan

    • Commuter attendance: Attend classes in person and access campus resources and activities without a room assignment.
    • Commuter meal and facilities: The commuter fee includes one on-campus meal daily and recreation-center access.

    Roommate requests are not honored; students should bring their own linens.

    What happens after Black Lives Matter Less?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Build foundations for further public health, sociology, and policy study.

    Complete a community-focused capstone and presentation.

    Earn a digital CeCertificate after successful completion.

    Receive an instructor Course Performance Report.

    Develop experience with college-level reading, discussion, and independent study.

    The course is non-credit, and participation carries no promised Brown undergraduate admissions advantage.

    Where does Black Lives Matter Less take place?

    The course takes place at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Residential check-in is at Sayles Hall on the Main Green, and families coordinate their own transportation to and from campus.

    Students may explore Rhode Island independently within attendance and curfew rules; residential support does not mean continuous supervision.

    Black Lives Matter Less FAQs

    No prior coursework or experience is required. You should be prepared to read scholarly journal articles and discuss complex societal issues thoughtfully.

    You will study the historical construction of race, pathways linking structural racism to health inequities, privilege, and racial inequities during public health crises such as COVID-19.

    The course includes reflective writing and a capstone in which you develop and present community-focused strategies addressing structural racism and its health effects.

    Summer@Brown on-campus students should expect at least two to three hours of homework daily, which may include reading, group projects, research, writing, and presentations.

    Summer@Brown offers a commuter option with in-person classes, campus resources and activities, one on-campus meal per day, and fitness facilities. It does not include a campus room assignment.

    Successful completion earns a digital CeCertificate of Completion. This three-week in-person course also qualifies for an instructor’s Course Performance Report; it does not award college credit.

    Brown states that Pre-College is not a prospecting program for undergraduate admissions. Completing the course can demonstrate subject interest, but it carries no promised admissions advantage.

    Residence halls have trained student life staff, nightly check-ins, and staff support on call 24/7. Students also have substantial independence, including permitted unsupervised travel within Rhode Island subject to program rules.

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