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    Orthopedic Surgery Summer Program
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    Orthopedic Surgery Summer Program

    by Outset

    A hands-on pre-med experience exploring orthopedic surgery through practical skills, physician-led teaching, and realistic career insight.

    Last verified: 10 Sept 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens

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    Orthopedic Surgery Program at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Applications open

    Eligibility

    Grades 9-12

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 14-18

    Location / Region

    United States

    Cost

    $2,950

    Duration

    1 week

    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
    Accommodation: Shared university dorms
    Meals: Sunday dinner-Friday lunch
    Campus experience: Residential university setting
    Tutors / faculty: Physicians, faculty, medical students
    Staff support: 24/7 on-campus staff
    Selectivity: Fewer than 50% accepted

    Orthopedic Surgery Program summary

    This is a practical career-exploration experience focused specifically on orthopedic surgery rather than a broad survey of medicine.

    Students examine surgeons’ work and training, practice hands-on skills, and hear from physicians, faculty, and medical students.

    It suits students who want realistic insight into a surgical career and a structured taste of residential university life.

    What is Orthopedic Surgery Summer Program?

    The Orthopedic Surgery Summer Program is an Outset career-exploration experience for students considering medicine after high school. Its curriculum introduces the daily work of orthopedic surgeons, the education and training pathway, and the advantages and challenges of the specialty.

    Teaching combines classroom discussion with hands-on medical skills sessions and contributions from physicians, faculty, and medical students. The residential format also gives participants experience of university dorms, campus dining, and organized evening activities.

    Why Succeed highlights Orthopedic Surgery Program

    • The curriculum is focused tightly on orthopedic surgery, including the career path and practical realities of the specialty.

    • Hands-on labs complement classroom teaching and career talks.

    • Physicians, medical faculty, and medical students contribute to specialty-related sessions.

    • Housing, meals, academic programming, evening activities, and residential staffing are bundled into the program fee.

    • Need-based aid and a limited number of full scholarships can reduce the financial barrier for some families.

    Who is Orthopedic Surgery Program for?

    Best for

    Academically strong high school students who are seriously curious about medicine, surgery, and a residential campus experience.

    Not ideal if

    You want clinical certification, formal academic credit, or a low-cost introduction to healthcare careers.

    Is Orthopedic Surgery Program worth it?

    It can be worthwhile for a student who wants to test a specific interest in orthopedic surgery before committing to a longer academic pathway. The combination of practical sessions, professional perspectives, and campus life offers more context than classroom reading alone.

    The main limitation is value for money: this is career exploration, not clinical training, university credit, or a guaranteed admissions advantage. Families should weigh the experience against less expensive hospital volunteering, shadowing, or broader medicine programs.

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    Cost and what is included

    $2,950; includes University housing in a shared room, Meals from Sunday dinner through Friday lunch, All academic programming, Hands-on labs and skills sessions, M.D. and faculty speakers, Evening activities, 24/7 campus staffing.

    Accommodation

    Shared university dorms

    Meals

    Sunday dinner-Friday lunch

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    1 week; United States.

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    How much preparation does Orthopedic Surgery Program need?

    Effort level

    Moderate.

    Best started

    Begin two to three months before your preferred summer week because admissions are rolling and campus sessions can fill.

    Main challenge

    Explaining a genuine interest in medicine and orthopedic surgery.

    Typical preparation

    • Draft a concise explanation of why orthopedic surgery interests you.

    • Review the education and training pathway so you can discuss the career thoughtfully.

    • Ask a teacher early whether they can provide a reference if requested.

    • After admission, complete forms, payments, the pre-departure webinar, and packing preparation.

    Useful if

    You can discuss relevant science study, reading, volunteering, or career exploration.

    What do students do on Orthopedic Surgery Program?

    The week combines orthopedic career exploration, medical teaching, practical skills sessions, and a structured residential campus routine.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Learn what orthopedic surgeons do in practice.

    2. 2

      Explore the education and training route from college through medical specialization.

    3. 3

      Take part in hands-on medical labs and skills sessions.

    4. 4

      Hear from physicians, medical faculty, and medical students.

    5. 5

      Discuss the advantages and challenges of an orthopedic surgery career.

    6. 6

      Join meals, free time, and organized evening activities with other students.

    Orthopedic Surgery 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

    Applications are reviewed as they arrive.

    Reference date

    UNC-Chapel Hill — 14-19 June 2026

    14-19 June 2026

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    UNC-Chapel Hill — 21-26 June 2026

    21-26 June 2026

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    ASU — 28 June-3 July 2026

    28 June-3 July 2026

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    UCLA — 28 June-3 July 2026

    28 June-3 July 2026

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    Columbia University — 5-10 July 2026

    5-10 July 2026

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    UCLA — 12-17 July 2026

    12-17 July 2026

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    UNC-Chapel Hill — 19-24 July 2026

    19-24 July 2026

    Reference date

    UCLA — 26-31 July 2026

    26-31 July 2026

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    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students in Grades 9-12

    • Strong academic record

    • Clear interest in healthcare

    • Statement explaining interest in medicine

    • Video call after initial screening

    • Teacher reference and transcript for some applicants

    How much does Orthopedic Surgery Program cost?

    Program fee

    $2,950 — Includes core residential and academic costs.

    Funding or discounts

    • Financial aid: Need-based — Requested within the main application.
    • Full scholarships: Limited — Need-based and highly competitive.

    What's included

    University housing in a shared room, Meals from Sunday dinner through Friday lunch, All academic programming, Hands-on labs and skills sessions, M.D. and faculty speakers, Evening activities, 24/7 campus staffing

    How to apply to Orthopedic Surgery Program

    1. 1

      Complete the short online application and explain your interest in medicine.

    2. 2

      If you pass initial screening, attend a 10-minute video call with Admissions.

    3. 3

      Provide a teacher reference and transcript if the Admissions team requests them.

    4. 4

      Receive the admissions decision, normally within one week.

    5. 5

      Request financial aid within the same application if needed.

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    What does Orthopedic Surgery Program cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Orthopedic surgeons’ work

    Explore the responsibilities and working life of an orthopedic surgeon.

    Education and training

    Map the route through college, medical school, and specialist training.

    Hands-on medical skills

    Practice medical techniques through supervised labs and skills sessions.

    Professional perspectives

    Learn from physicians, medical faculty, and medical students.

    Career evaluation

    Consider the advantages and challenges of the specialty.

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

    What is a typical day on Orthopedic Surgery Program?

    A typical day during the program.

    Mornings

    Breakfast is followed by lectures on medicine and the pre-med pathway.

    Midday

    Students eat in the dining hall and have time to explore campus.

    Afternoons

    Practical activities and speaker sessions continue through the academic day.

    Evenings

    Activities may include bowling, a baseball game, or a campus pool and pizza night.

    Who teaches on Orthopedic Surgery Program?

    Trained physicians, medical faculty, and medical students lead specialty-related skills labs and sessions. The curriculum also includes M.D. and faculty speakers who discuss orthopedic work and career pathways.

    Teaching personnel may vary by campus and session.

    Where do students stay on Orthopedic Surgery Program?

    Residential plan

    • University dorms: Students stay in host-campus dorms with one or two roommates typically.
    • Full meal package: Meals run from Sunday dinner through Friday lunch, mostly in campus dining halls.
    • Dietary needs: Vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs can be accommodated.
    • Residential support: Trained Outset staff live in the dorm and are available 24/7.
    • Evening activities: Staff organize social activities on or off campus after dinner.

    Shared bathrooms may be hall- or suite-style; single rooms may be available for an extra fee.

    What happens after Orthopedic Surgery Program?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Use the experience to test a serious interest in orthopedic surgery.

    Build a clearer understanding of medical education and specialist training.

    Reflect on practical sessions in future personal statements or interviews.

    Return for another Outset program without reapplying as an alumnus.

    Explore alumni ambassador, webinar, and college counselor opportunities.

    Participation may strengthen evidence of subject interest, but it is not a deciding factor in college admission.

    Where does Orthopedic Surgery Program take place?

    The latest verified orthopedic surgery sessions were offered at UNC-Chapel Hill, UCLA, Columbia University, and ASU. Students live and study on the host campus, using university dorms and dining facilities.

    Outset states that it is affiliated with some, but not all, host universities.

    Orthopedic Surgery Program FAQs

    The curriculum covers what orthopedic surgeons do, the education and training pathway, hands-on medical skills, and the advantages and challenges of the career.

    Yes. Students stay in host-university dorms, usually in shared rooms, and eat mainly in campus dining halls.

    Outset brings in trained physicians, medical faculty, and medical students for specialty-related skills labs and teaching sessions.

    The fee includes housing, meals, academic programming, hands-on sessions, evening activities, and 24/7 campus staffing.

    Yes. Financial aid is requested within the main application. Outset also offers a small number of competitive need-based full scholarships.

    Outset describes its programs as competitive and says fewer than 50% of applicants are accepted.

    Applicants who pass initial screening attend a 10-minute video call. Some are then asked for a teacher reference and transcript before a decision is issued.

    No. Outset says the experience can demonstrate serious interest in medicine, but grades, references, test scores, and the personal statement remain more important.

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    • Apply to Outset 2026
    • Safety & Supervision at Outset Teen Programs for High Schoolers
    • Housing & Dining at Outset - Campus Dorms & Meal Plans
    • Orthopedic Surgery Pre-Med Summer Camp at Columbia | Outset
    • Orthopedic Surgery at ASU
    • Orthopedic Surgery Pre-Med Summer Camp at UCLA | Outset
    • Orthopedic Surgery Pre-Med Summer Camp at UNC | Outset
    • Alumni Students
    • Enrolled Students - Outset
    • Financial Aid & Scholarships - Outset
    • Photos & Videos from Outset Teen Medicine Programs
    • Fees & Admissions for Outset
    • Typical Day at Outset
    • Frequently Asked Questions - Outset
    • Teen Orthopedic Surgery Pre-Med Summer Camp Program | Outset

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