Berkeley residential
15-22 July
Eight-day campus-based session.
In-person Program
Junior Medicine & Health Care Summer Program
by Envision
A hands-on medical career program combining clinical skills, emergency simulations, case studies and visits with health professionals in a college-campus setting.
Last verified: 21 Aug 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Students in grades 7-8
Age range / Year group
Ages 12-14
Location / Region
Berkeley, California, United States; Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Cost
$3,999; $4,499
Duration
8 days
Format
In-person
Biomedical EngineeringMedicine & Healthcare
Accommodation: College campus dorms
Meals: Included
Certificate / Outcome: Certificate of Achievement
Campus experience: Medical visits and city exploration
Tutors / faculty: Health-care professionals and Advisors
Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program summary
This is an immersive introduction to medical careers built around practical clinical activities rather than classroom theory alone.
Students practise skills such as suturing and blood-pressure measurement, respond to simulated emergencies, explore medical ethics and complete a team case study.
It suits curious early-stage students who want to test whether medicine or another health-care pathway genuinely interests them.
What is Junior Medicine & Health Care Summer Program?
Junior Medicine & Health Care is Envision’s practical introduction to medicine and related careers. Students take on physician-style roles through clinical workshops, patient scenarios, ethical discussions and emergency simulations.
The experience also connects these activities with real career pathways. Medical professionals share their work, while visits to medical schools or simulation centres show how health-care training happens beyond the classroom.
Why Succeed highlights Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program
Students practise several recognisable clinical techniques using training equipment.
Emergency scenarios require teamwork, calm decision-making and practical problem-solving.
Medical speakers and site visits expose students to varied health-care careers.
The case-study presentation combines research, clinical reasoning and communication.
Commuter and residential formats give families two participation models.
Who is Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program for?
Best for
Curious middle school students who want an active introduction to medicine, nursing, public health and other health-care careers.
Not ideal if
You want advanced academic research, formal medical qualifications or a program focused mainly on lectures.
Is Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program worth it?
It can be valuable for a student who wants to test a serious interest in health care through practical activities. The mix of clinical skills, simulations, speakers and career guidance offers more variety than a single-subject classroom course.
The main limitation is that it is an introductory, short program rather than professional training. Families should judge whether the practical exposure, campus experience and supervision justify the fee, especially when travel and optional extras cost more.
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Cost and what is included
$3,999; $4,499; includes Curriculum and instruction, Program materials, Activities and medical site visits, Meals, Housing for residential participants, Local program transportation, Certificate of Achievement.
Accommodation
College campus dorms
Meals
Included
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
8 days; Berkeley, California, United States; Atlanta, Georgia, United States.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program need?
Effort level
Moderate to high.
Best started
Begin the application and family planning six to eight weeks before your preferred session.
Main challenge
Staying engaged across unfamiliar clinical scenarios and group activities.
Typical preparation
Draft thoughtful responses explaining your interest in health care and future impact.
Choose a mentor who can speak about your maturity and achievements.
Compare commuter and residential arrangements before completing enrolment.
Plan travel only after official enrolment confirmation.
Useful if
You enjoy practical science, teamwork and speaking with professionals.
What do students do on Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program?
Students progress from introductory patient and career activities to clinical workshops, site visits, emergency simulations and a final collaborative case study.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Learn how medical education and health-care career pathways work.
- 2
Take patient histories and discuss medical ethics.
- 3
Practise blood-pressure measurement, phlebotomy and physical-therapy techniques.
- 4
Visit a medical school or simulation centre.
- 5
Practise suturing, surgical knots and neurological examinations.
- 6
Apply triage methods during a simulated disaster.
- 7
Research and present a medical case study.
- 8
Complete a closing showcase with the cohort.
Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
Berkeley commuter
16-21 July
Six-day commuter session.
Emory residential
14-21 July
Eight-day campus-based session.
Emory commuter
15-20 July
Six-day commuter session.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Berkeley residential | 15-22 July | Local | Reference date | |
Berkeley commuter | 16-21 July | Local | Reference date | |
Emory residential | 14-21 July | Local | Reference date | |
Emory commuter | 15-20 July | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Students in US grades 7-8
Interest in medicine, nursing or health care
Two short essays of 200-500 words
Mentor name and contact details required
No GPA required for middle school applicants
How much does Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program cost?
Program fee
From $3,999 — Commuter and residential prices are available.
Funding or discounts
- Commuter option: $3,999 — Six-day program at either location.
- Residential option: $4,499 — Eight-day program with campus housing.
- Typical scholarship: $250-$750 — Most Envision awards are partial.
- Other support: Payment plans and fundraising — Envision provides additional affordability options.
What's included
Curriculum and instruction, Program materials, Activities and medical site visits, Meals, Housing for residential participants, Local program transportation, Certificate of Achievement
How to apply to Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program
- 1
Open the official Junior Medicine & Health Care enrolment portal.
- 2
Complete the student application and two short essay questions.
- 3
Provide the name of a teacher, counsellor, coach or other mentor.
- 4
Wait for the admissions decision and program instructions.
- 5
If accepted, complete enrolment and the required participant forms.
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What does Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Clinical skills
Practise blood-pressure measurement, phlebotomy, suturing, surgical knots and neurological examinations.
Emergency medicine
Learn first aid, bleeding control, splinting and structured disaster-triage methods.
Medical ethics
Examine realistic dilemmas and practise responsible clinical decision-making.
Health-care careers
Explore routes into medicine, nursing, physical therapy and related professions.
Medical case study
Research a patient-focused case and present findings with a team.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program?
A typical day during the program.
Clinical learning
Students join seminars, clinical-skills workshops and patient activities.
Applied medicine
Simulations, site visits and practical medical challenges deepen the day’s learning.
Community time
Team challenges and social activities help students connect with their cohort.
Closing program
Students research a medical case, present it and attend the closing ceremony.
Who teaches on Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program?
Trained Advisors facilitate and supervise the program, while physicians, nurses, physical therapists and other medical professionals contribute career talks and answer questions. Site visits also introduce students to health-care professionals and medical students.
The provider states that exact speakers and site visits vary between sessions and locations.
Where do students stay on Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program?
Residential plan
- Campus housing: Students live in college residence halls with program staff on site.
- Meals: Meals are included and supervised by program staff.
- Pastoral support: Staff are available around the clock and supervise daily activities.
- Campus activities: Evening team challenges and social activities complement the academic program.
Non-residential plan
- Day participation: Commuter students join the program’s daytime learning and activities.
- Meals and visits: Tuition includes meals, activities and medical site visits.
Room configurations depend on the housing location; Envision’s general guidance says two to four students may share a room and bathrooms are usually shared.
What happens after Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Clarify interest in medicine and related health-care careers.
Understand the broad route from school to medical training.
Develop introductory clinical and emergency-response skills.
Gain a medical case study presentation to reflect on later.
Receive a Certificate of Achievement.
The program is introductory and does not provide a professional medical qualification.
Where does Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program take place?
The program runs on the University of California, Berkeley campus in Berkeley and at Emory University in Atlanta. Both settings provide a college-campus experience alongside visits to medical schools or simulation centres and supervised exploration of the host city.
Specific facilities, visits and itinerary details vary by session and location.
Junior Medicine and Health Care Summer Program FAQs
It is designed for curious students in grades 7-8 who want to explore medicine, nursing, public health or other health-care careers.
Students practise suturing, blood-pressure measurement, phlebotomy techniques and neurological examinations. They also complete outdoor-medicine and disaster-triage simulations.
Yes. Both program locations offer commuter and residential options, with commuter sessions lasting six days and residential sessions lasting eight days.
Trained Advisors and program staff supervise students during the day and evening. Staff live in the residence halls and are available around the clock.
Tuition includes instruction, program materials, activities, meals and site visits. Housing is included for residential students, while travel from home and optional extras cost more.
Yes. Students hear from professionals across medical specialties and visit a medical school or simulation centre, although exact speakers and visits vary.
Students collaborate on a medical case study and present their findings. Envision’s general tuition guidance also lists a Certificate of Achievement for commuter and residential programs.
Envision says it makes every effort to meet dietary needs when families submit the request before the program begins.
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Sean works at the intersection of academic enrichment, program quality and university preparation, with expertise in evaluating pre-university experiences for ambitious secondary school students.
Sources and verification
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- WorldStrides
- Scholarships & Grants for Envision Programs | Envision
- Experiential Learning Program FAQs | Envision
- Pre-College Medical Program for Middle School Students | Envision Junior Medicine & Health Care
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