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    Nursing Summer Program

    by National Student Leadership Conference

    A hands-on pre-college nursing program combining clinical simulations, CPR training, leadership development and insight into patient care.

    Last verified: 4 Aug 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy

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    Nursing 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

    Durham, NC; Ann Arbor, MI

    Cost

    $4,195; $4,395

    Duration

    9 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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    Medicine & Healthcare
    Accommodation: Supervised campus dormitory
    Meals: Campus meals included
    Certificate / Outcome: CPR certification
    Latest verified cycle: Summer 2026

    Nursing Summer Program summary

    The program introduces nursing through realistic patient-care simulations, practical clinical workshops and professional insight.

    Students practise bedside manner, medication administration, paediatric care, venipuncture and emergency response, with CPR certification as a concrete outcome.

    It suits students who want to test whether nursing fits their interests while developing communication, resilience, empathy and leadership.

    What is Nursing Summer Program?

    The Nursing program is an immersive pre-college experience from the National Student Leadership Conference. It explores how compassion, communication and clinical skill combine in patient care through interactive labs and realistic simulations.

    Students practise essential nursing skills, learn from healthcare professionals and visit clinical or educational facilities. A separate leadership curriculum develops communication, listening, resilience and empathy alongside the subject experience.

    Why Succeed highlights Nursing Summer Program

    • Clinical simulations give students a practical introduction to bedside care and teamwork.

    • The curriculum spans paediatric care, venipuncture, medication administration and emergency response.

    • Students leave with CPR certification, providing a clear practical outcome.

    • Guest speakers and clinical-centre visits connect workshops with real nursing environments.

    • Leadership sessions develop communication, listening, resilience and empathy.

    Who is Nursing Summer Program for?

    Best for

    Students seriously exploring nursing who want simulations, campus living and exposure to several areas of patient care.

    Not ideal if

    You need a low-cost or non-residential option, or want formal nursing qualifications beyond introductory CPR certification.

    Is Nursing Summer Program worth it?

    The program can be valuable for students who want to test nursing before choosing a university subject or career direction. Practical simulations, professional perspectives and CPR certification make the experience more concrete than classroom-only career exploration.

    The main limitation is value for money: it is a premium residential experience, not a professional nursing qualification. Families should judge whether the hands-on access, campus experience and career clarity justify the fee and travel costs.

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    Cost and what is included

    $4,195; $4,395; includes Supervised campus housing, On-campus meals, Course materials and academic expenses, Trips, tours and activities, Off-campus event transportation.

    Accommodation

    Supervised campus dormitory

    Meals

    Campus meals included

    Supervision or safety information

    Team Advisors accompany smaller groups during activities and live on student floors for overnight supervision. An administrative team also lives on site.

    Provider details

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

    Dates and logistics

    9 days; Durham, NC; Ann Arbor, MI.

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    How much preparation does Nursing Summer Program need?

    Effort level

    Moderate to high.

    Best started

    Begin planning six to eight weeks before your preferred session once the next cycle is announced.

    Main challenge

    Staying engaged during fast-paced clinical scenarios and an intensive residential schedule.

    Typical preparation

    • Review the program activities and identify which areas of nursing interest you most.

    • Prepare examples of academic effort, leadership and community involvement for enrollment or funding questions.

    • Plan travel, health information, dietary needs and payment arrangements early.

    • If seeking funding, assemble a transcript, recommendation and financial information well ahead of the scholarship deadline.

    Useful if

    You are comfortable collaborating, communicating and learning practical skills.

    What do students do on Nursing Summer Program?

    Students move between nursing workshops, realistic clinical simulations, leadership development, professional insight and field visits.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Practise bedside manner, medication administration and team communication during patient-care simulations.

    2. 2

      Learn basic life support for adults, children and infants while working towards CPR certification.

    3. 3

      Explore paediatric safety, developmental milestones and age-specific care.

    4. 4

      Practise blood-draw techniques and learn about blood disorders and abnormalities.

    5. 5

      Complete trauma assessments and respond to simulated emergency situations.

    6. 6

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

    7. 7

      Meet healthcare speakers and visit selected clinical, nursing or science facilities.

    Nursing 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

    Reference date

    Duke University — June 2026

    11-19 June 2026

    Reference date

    Duke University — June to July 2026

    23 June-1 July 2026

    Reference date

    University of Michigan — July 2026

    8-16 July 2026

    Reference date

    University of Michigan — late July 2026

    21-29 July 2026

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Ages 14-18

    • At least one high-school year completed

    • Current high-school students

    • Summer after high-school graduation accepted

    • Academic excellence and leadership ability encouraged

    How much does Nursing Summer Program cost?

    University of Michigan fee

    $4,195 — Residential program tuition.

    Funding or discounts

    • Duke University fee: $4,395 — Residential program tuition.
    • Summer Scholarship: Usually $500-$1,000 — Financial need is required; academics and involvement are considered.
    • Payment plans: Monthly payments — Available under the published cycle rules.
    • Optional college credit: $1,044 — Separate online one-credit American University course.

    What's included

    Supervised campus housing, On-campus meals, Course materials and academic expenses, Trips, tours and activities, Off-campus event transportation

    How to apply to Nursing Summer Program

    1. 1

      Open the official NSLC online enrollment portal.

    2. 2

      Create or retrieve an NSLC ID and provide the requested student details.

    3. 3

      Select an available Nursing session and complete the online application.

    4. 4

      Place the required deposit by credit card or debit card, or arrange payment by check.

    5. 5

      Check the enrollment portal for current session availability or waitlist status.

    6. 6

      After enrollment, apply separately for financial assistance if needed.

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    What does Nursing Summer Program cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Patient Care

    Practise bedside manner, medication administration and clinical-team communication.

    CPR and Basic Life Support

    Learn emergency techniques for adults, children and infants.

    Paediatric Care

    Explore safety, choking hazards, poison control and developmental milestones.

    Hematology and Venipuncture

    Practise blood-draw techniques and examine blood disorders and abnormalities.

    Emergency Medicine

    Complete trauma assessments and respond to simulated critical situations.

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

    Who teaches on Nursing Summer Program?

    Students gain practical perspectives from guest speakers with nursing, clinical simulation and healthcare leadership backgrounds. Past speakers have included nursing directors, simulation-lab leaders, a chief nursing officer and university nursing faculty.

    Guest-speaker line-ups may vary between sessions.

    Where do students stay on Nursing Summer Program?

    Residential plan

    • Campus dormitories: Students live in supervised university dormitories with roommates.
    • Meals: On-campus meals are provided through campus dining services.
    • Student supervision: Team Advisors accompany activity groups and live on student floors overnight.
    • Campus experience: Students study in university classrooms and learn to navigate campus life.

    Students are required to live on campus for this program.

    What happens after Nursing Summer Program?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Use practical experience to assess whether nursing suits your interests.

    Leave with CPR certification.

    Draw on clinical simulations in future application reflections.

    Build communication, resilience, empathy and leadership skills.

    Consider the optional one-credit American University online course.

    The program is exploratory and does not award a professional nursing qualification.

    Where does Nursing Summer Program take place?

    The latest verified cycle ran on the Duke University campus in Durham, North Carolina, and the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor. Location-specific trips included simulation centres, nursing facilities and cultural attractions.

    NSLC states that it is not sponsored by Duke University.

    Nursing Summer Program FAQs

    Activities include bedside manner, medication administration, clinical-team communication, paediatric care, venipuncture and emergency response.

    Yes. Students practise basic life support for adults, children and infants and leave with CPR certification.

    Yes. Students are required to live in supervised campus dormitories and receive meals through campus dining services.

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

    Yes. Funding considers financial need, academic merit and school or community involvement. Most published awards are in the $500-$1,000 range.

    Team Advisors accompany smaller groups during activities and live on student floors for overnight supervision. An administrative team also lives on site.

    Students may separately purchase an optional one-credit online course from American University. The work is completed outside the program dates.

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    Sources and verification

    Source types reviewed

    • NURS MI by NSLC - Flipsnack
    • NURS DUKE by NSLC - Flipsnack
    • NSLC Online Enrollment
    • University of Michigan Summer Camp: Explore Career Paths
    • Duke University Summer Programs for High School Students
    • Frequently Asked Questions | National Student Leadership Conference
    • Summer Program Scholarships | National Student Leadership Conference
    • High School Summer Nursing Program | National Student Leadership Conference

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