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    Medicine & Health Care Summer Program

    by National Student Leadership Conference

    A hands-on pre-college medicine program combining clinical simulations, anatomy workshops, leadership training and behind-the-scenes medical visits.

    Last verified: 4 Aug 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    Medicine and Health Care Summer Program at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Applications open

    Eligibility

    High-school students

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 14-18

    Location / Region

    New York

    Cost

    $4,195

    Duration

    9 or 12 days

    Format

    In-person

    Application deadline

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

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    Accommodation: Supervised campus dormitories
    Meals: On-campus meals included
    Campus experience: Classes, simulations, trips and tours
    Optional outcome: Separate 1-credit AU course

    Medicine and Health Care Summer Program summary

    Students explore medicine through surgical-skills practice, clinical diagnostics, emergency simulations, anatomy workshops and a team public-health campaign.

    The program combines practical medical activities with leadership development, professional perspectives and visits that show how healthcare works beyond the classroom.

    It particularly suits students who want to test their interest in becoming a physician while experiencing university-style campus life.

    What is Medicine & Health Care Summer Program?

    Medicine & Health Care is a National Student Leadership Conference pre-college program focused on the work of physicians and the decisions involved in patient care. Students explore how science, diagnostics, communication, compassion and ethics interact in clinical settings.

    The experience combines hands-on simulations, leadership workshops, guest-speaker perspectives and educational visits. Students also live on a university campus, giving them a structured introduction to residential pre-college life.

    Why Succeed highlights Medicine and Health Care Summer Program

    • Practical sessions move beyond observation into suturing, surgical knot tying and simulated patient care.

    • A multi-day clinical simulation develops teamwork across interviewing, diagnosis, testing and treatment.

    • Anatomy workshops and emergency scenarios provide varied ways to test interest in medical study.

    • The leadership curriculum connects communication, listening, resilience and empathy with clinical practice.

    • Medical visits and guest speakers add real-world context beyond classroom activities.

    Who is Medicine and Health Care Summer Program for?

    Best for

    Students who want practical exposure to medicine, enjoy collaborative problem-solving and are ready for an intensive residential campus experience.

    Not ideal if

    You want formal clinical training, guaranteed university credit or a low-cost introduction to medicine.

    Is Medicine and Health Care Summer Program worth it?

    The program can be valuable if you want to test medicine through practical simulations rather than lectures alone. Its strongest features are the clinical teamwork, varied hands-on workshops and connection between healthcare and leadership.

    The limitation is the substantial fee, particularly for Oxford, and the experience is exploratory rather than a professional qualification. Compare the program with lower-cost courses, volunteering and independent study before deciding whether the residential package justifies the price.

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    Cost and what is included

    $4,195; includes Supervised campus housing., On-campus meals., Course materials and academic expenses., Trips, tours and activities., Transportation for off-campus program events..

    Accommodation

    Supervised campus dormitories

    Meals

    On-campus meals included

    Provider details

    Review the National Student Leadership Conference provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    Dates and logistics

    9 or 12 days; New York.

    What to check before committing

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    How much preparation does Medicine and Health Care Summer Program need?

    Effort level

    High-intensity residential program.

    Best started

    Begin planning two to three months before your preferred session, allowing extra time for travel, funding and visa arrangements.

    Main challenge

    Staying engaged across a fast-paced residential schedule.

    Typical preparation

    • Review the available campuses, session lengths and tuition before choosing.

    • Prepare questions about medical careers and the program’s guest speakers.

    • Complete travel, dietary and health details in the student portal.

    • International students should begin visa planning as early as possible.

    Useful if

    You are comfortable collaborating and discussing ethical patient-care decisions.

    What do students do on Medicine and Health Care Summer Program?

    Students rotate through medical simulations, anatomy and public-health activities while developing leadership and communication skills. Trips and professional perspectives connect the practical work with real healthcare settings.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Practise suturing, surgical knot tying and foundational anatomy.

    2. 2

      Interview, diagnose, test and treat simulated patients in clinical teams.

    3. 3

      Learn trauma-assessment steps and respond to emergency scenarios.

    4. 4

      Explore bodily structures through eye, brain, heart and spinal-cord dissections.

    5. 5

      Create a public service announcement and intervention plan around a community health issue.

    6. 6

      Join leadership workshops on communication, resilience, listening and empathy.

    7. 7

      Take part in location-specific medical and sightseeing visits.

    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.

    Applications

    Rolling admissions

    Accepted while program or waitlist space remains.

    Reference date

    Application deadline

    4 August 2026

    Reference date

    Duke University — 11-19 June 2026

    11-19 June 2026

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    Columbia University — 12-20 June 2026

    12-20 June 2026

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    UC Berkeley — 12-20 June 2026

    12-20 June 2026

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    Duke University — 23 June-1 July 2026

    23 June-1 July 2026

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    Columbia University — 24 June-2 July 2026

    24 June-2 July 2026

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    UC Berkeley — 24 June-2 July 2026

    24 June-2 July 2026

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    University of Oxford — 5-16 July 2026 (12 days)

    5-16 July 2026

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    Duke University — 6-14 July 2026

    6-14 July 2026

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    UC Berkeley — 6-14 July 2026

    6-14 July 2026

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    Columbia University — 8-16 July 2026

    8-16 July 2026

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    University of Michigan — 8-16 July 2026

    8-16 July 2026

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    UC Berkeley — 18-26 July 2026

    18-26 July 2026

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    Duke University — 18-26 July 2026

    18-26 July 2026

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    University of Oxford — 20-31 July 2026 (12 days)

    20-31 July 2026

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    Columbia University — 20-28 July 2026

    20-28 July 2026

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    University of Michigan — 21-29 July 2026

    21-29 July 2026

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    University of Oxford — 4-15 August 2026 (12 days)

    4-15 August 2026

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    Eligibility and requirements

    • Ages 14-18.

    • Current high-school students.

    • At least one high-school year completed.

    • May attend through the summer following graduation.

    • Academic excellence and leadership ability are encouraged.

    How much does Medicine and Health Care Summer Program cost?

    Program tuition

    $4,195-$6,395 — Residential tuition varies by campus.

    Funding or discounts

    • Summer scholarship: Usually $500-$1,000 — Financial need must be demonstrated.
    • Payment plan: Monthly payments
    • Optional AU credit: $1,044 — Separate online one-credit course.

    What's included

    Supervised campus housing., On-campus meals., Course materials and academic expenses., Trips, tours and activities., Transportation for off-campus program events.

    How to apply to Medicine and Health Care Summer Program

    1. 1

      Open the official NSLC online enrolment portal.

    2. 2

      Create an NSLC ID or use an existing one.

    3. 3

      Enter the student’s birth date, current grade and required personal details.

    4. 4

      Choose an available Medicine & Health Care campus and session.

    5. 5

      Complete the online application and pay the required deposit.

    6. 6

      Use the student portal to manage travel, payment and program details.

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    What does Medicine and Health Care Summer Program cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Surgical Skills

    Practise suturing, surgical knot tying and foundational internal anatomy.

    Clinical Diagnostics

    Interview, diagnose, test and treat simulated patients in clinical teams.

    Emergency Medicine

    Learn trauma assessment and respond to simulated critical situations.

    Anatomy Workshops

    Study organ structure and function through guided dissections.

    Public Health Campaign

    Develop a public service announcement and intervention plan with a team.

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

    Who teaches on Medicine and Health Care Summer Program?

    Students interact with guest speakers from varied medical backgrounds who contribute practical knowledge and professional perspectives. Past speakers have included professors, surgeons, public-health leaders and senior figures from medical institutions and government.

    Past speakers illustrate the program’s network but are not guaranteed for a future session.

    Where do students stay on Medicine and Health Care Summer Program?

    Residential plan

    • Campus housing: Students live in supervised university-campus dormitories.
    • Room setup: Students share with one or two roommates in a similar age range.
    • Meals: On-campus meals are included through campus dining services.
    • Supervision: Team Advisors also serve as Resident Advisors on student floors.
    • Campus experience: Students use university classrooms and learn to navigate campus life.
    • Trips and tours: Educational and sightseeing visits vary by program location.

    Students are individually responsible for travel to the program, personal spending, laundry and off-campus meals.

    What happens after Medicine and Health Care Summer Program?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Use the experience to evaluate whether medicine suits your interests.

    Build practical examples for reflecting on clinical teamwork and communication.

    Develop leadership skills in listening, resilience and empathy.

    Draw on academic experiences in future application essays and interviews.

    Consider the separate American University one-credit online course.

    The optional college-credit course requires separate enrolment and payment.

    Where does Medicine and Health Care Summer Program take place?

    The latest verified cycle offered residential sessions in New York, Durham, San Francisco, Ann Arbor and Oxford. Each location combines campus study with a different selection of medical, cultural and sightseeing visits.

    NSLC states that some host universities do not sponsor or endorse the program; the Oxford facilities are hired for summer use.

    Medicine and Health Care Summer Program FAQs

    Activities include suturing, surgical knot tying, clinical diagnosis, trauma assessment, anatomy dissections and a public-health campaign.

    Yes. Students stay in supervised campus dormitories, live with roommates and receive meals through campus dining services.

    Tuition includes on-campus meals, course materials, academic expenses, trips, tours, activities and transportation for off-campus program events.

    Students must be aged 14-18 and have completed at least one year of high school. Attendance is permitted through the summer following high-school graduation.

    NSLC offers scholarships for enrolled students who demonstrate financial need. Academic achievement and school or community involvement are also considered.

    Dedicated Team Advisors accompany smaller student groups, serve as Resident Advisors and live on the same dormitory floors. An administrative team also lives on site.

    An optional one-credit American University course is available separately. It is online, completed outside the residential program dates and requires an additional payment.

    Campus dining services can accommodate dietary allergies and restrictions when preferences are completed in the student profile.

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