General admission deadline
17 May 2026
Final published deadline for the 2026 enrollment cycle.
In-person Program
Cardiology High School Course
An immersive cardiology course combining heart-health science, diagnostic-tool practice, patient case analysis, medical technology, and career insight.
Last verified: 26 Aug 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
In-person Program
Cardiology High School Course
An immersive cardiology course combining heart-health science, diagnostic-tool practice, patient case analysis, medical technology, and career insight.
Last verified: 26 Aug 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Cardiology High School Course at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Closed
Eligibility
Grades 9-12; 3.0 GPA
Age range / Year group
Ages 14-18
Location / Region
New Haven, Connecticut, United States
Cost
$4,298 residential; $2,498 commuter
Duration
1 week
Format
In-person
Medicine & Healthcare
Accommodation: Residential and commuter options
Meals: All meals residential; lunch commuter
Sessions / cadence: 5 x 4-hour classes, Monday-Friday
Faculty: Emergency medicine resident physician
Campus experience: Classes, labs and excursions
Course supplement: $250 mandatory
Cardiology High School Course summary
A focused introduction to cardiology, heart health, cardiovascular disease, treatment technology, and the relationship between lifestyle and prevention.
Students practice with EKGs, stethoscopes, and blood pressure monitors, then apply their knowledge to anonymized patient cases and realistic clinical activities.
It particularly suits students testing an interest in pre-med, nursing, cardiac care, or other health-related careers.
What is Cardiology High School Course?
The Cardiology High School Course is a Summer Springboard academic experience introducing students to heart anatomy, cardiovascular disease, diagnostic methods, prevention, and modern treatment tools. It is delivered on the Yale University campus, although Summer Springboard operates independently of Yale and is not endorsed by the university.
Students combine academic teaching with practical activities such as EKG reading, blood pressure measurement, stethoscope use, patient-case analysis, and medical-simulation work. Meetings with heart-health professionals add a realistic view of cardiac care and related career paths.
Why Succeed highlights Cardiology High School Course
The course turns introductory cardiac science into practical learning with real diagnostic tools.
Anonymized cases help students connect symptoms, assessment, prevention, and treatment decisions.
Medical-simulation experience offers a more realistic clinical context than classroom discussion alone.
Direct contact with cardiac professionals helps students test their interest in healthcare careers.
The focused one-week structure lets students explore cardiology without committing to a long program.
Who is Cardiology High School Course for?
Best for
Students considering pre-med, nursing, cardiovascular medicine, or another healthcare pathway who want practical subject exploration.
Not ideal if
You want advanced clinical training, a formal qualification, or an extended research project rather than an introductory course.
Is Cardiology High School Course worth it?
This course can be worthwhile for a student who wants to test a serious interest in cardiac medicine through practical exercises, case analysis, and professional contact. Its narrow focus should make it easier to judge whether cardiology or a wider healthcare pathway feels genuinely engaging.
The main limitation is value for money: tuition, a mandatory course supplement, application charges, and travel can make a one-week experience expensive. It should complement sustained schoolwork, volunteering, reading, or later research rather than being treated as a university-admission credential by itself.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
$4,298 residential; $2,498 commuter; includes Residential tuition includes the academic course, lodging, all meals, and excursions., Commuter tuition includes the course, lunch, excursions, and weekday programming from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Residential tuition includes weekend excursions for students attending additional weeks., Need-based scholarships may reduce residential or commuter tuition..
Accommodation
Residential and commuter options
Meals
All meals residential; lunch commuter
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1 week; New Haven, Connecticut, United States.
What to check before committing
Confirm current dates, payment terms, travel arrangements, cancellation rules and what is included with the provider.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Cardiology High School Course need?
Effort level
Moderate academic and practical intensity.
Best started
Begin six to eight weeks before applications close to review requirements, discuss support needs, and plan travel.
Main challenge
Absorbing unfamiliar medical concepts while applying basic diagnostic techniques.
Typical preparation
Review introductory heart anatomy and the cardiovascular system.
Practise explaining why cardiology interests you in specific terms.
Gather academic, health, and travel information needed for the application.
Plan tuition, the course supplement, travel, and residential or commuter arrangements together.
Useful if
You already enjoy biology, health science, or patient-centered problem-solving.
What do students do on Cardiology High School Course?
The week moves from cardiac fundamentals into diagnostic practice, patient cases, treatment technology, prevention, and career exploration. Academic classes are complemented by afternoon field experiences or professional activities.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Learn how the heart works and examine common cardiovascular conditions.
- 2
Practise basic EKG reading, blood pressure measurement, and stethoscope use.
- 3
Work through anonymized cases involving heart attacks and routine cardiac care.
- 4
Explore pacemakers, stents, treatment approaches, and prevention strategies.
- 5
Use clinical skills in a realistic medical-simulation environment.
- 6
Meet cardiac professionals and discuss healthcare training and career pathways.
Cardiology High School Course 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
Cardiology Session 1
14-20 June 2026
One-week course at the Yale campus.
Cardiology Session 4
5-11 July 2026
One-week course at the Yale campus.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
General admission deadline | 17 May 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Cardiology Session 1 | 14-20 June 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Cardiology Session 4 | 5-11 July 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Open to students in Grades 9-12.
Students entering high school in fall may apply.
Recent high school graduates may apply.
Minimum 3.0 GPA or local equivalent.
International students must demonstrate English proficiency.
Applicants must meet essential participation criteria.
Students must follow instructions and communicate support needs.
How much does Cardiology High School Course cost?
First-week tuition
$4,298 residential; $2,498 commuter — Choose one attendance option.
Funding or discounts
- Cardiology supplement: $250 — Mandatory course supplement.
- Deposit: $600 — Paid with the application to hold a space.
- Application fee: From $99 — Mandatory and non-refundable.
- Need-based scholarship: Up to 30% residential — Up to 60% of commuter tuition.
- Eligible discounts: 5% — Published categories include heroes, multi-program, sibling, and referral discounts.
What's included
Residential tuition includes the academic course, lodging, all meals, and excursions., Commuter tuition includes the course, lunch, excursions, and weekday programming from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Residential tuition includes weekend excursions for students attending additional weeks., Need-based scholarships may reduce residential or commuter tuition.
How to apply to Cardiology High School Course
- 1
Open the official application portal and enter basic contact information.
- 2
Confirm the verification email and complete the account profile.
- 3
Choose Create New Application in the dashboard.
- 4
Select Yale, the preferred session, Cardiology, and residential or commuter tuition.
- 5
Enter the student's contact information with the student present.
- 6
Pay the $600 deposit and application fee, then submit the completed application.
- 7
Complete any additional forms or supporting documentation requested after review.
What does Cardiology High School Course cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Heart health fundamentals
Study cardiac anatomy, heart function, common disease, and prevention.
Diagnostic tools
Practise EKG reading, blood pressure measurement, and stethoscope use.
Patient case analysis
Examine anonymized cases from heart attacks to routine assessments.
Cardiac treatment technology
Explore pacemakers, stents, and contemporary cardiac treatment tools.
Prevention and careers
Connect lifestyle medicine with cardiac-care roles and training pathways.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Cardiology High School Course?
A typical day during the program.
Academic course
Cardiology teaching includes a 15-minute mid-morning break.
Excursion or lab
Students join a course-specific excursion, lab, guest speaker, or activity.
Commuter departure
Commuter students leave after weekday programming.
Residential evening
Dinner, an evening activity, free time, and dorm check complete the day.
Who teaches on Cardiology High School Course?
The 2026 course infosheet names Joseph Petrosino, an emergency medicine resident physician with almost a decade of local EMS experience. His research background includes cardiac electrophysiology, heart failure, and cardiac-arrest interests, alongside medical-student teaching.
Summer Springboard also describes course faculty as selected for subject expertise and their ability to challenge and engage students.
Where do students stay on Cardiology High School Course?
Residential plan
- Residential housing: Suite-style Yale housing has single and double rooms, shared common space, and shared bathrooms.
- Meals and linens: All meals, basic linens, towels, Wi-Fi, and laundry access are provided.
- Safety and support: Access controls, 24-hour security, and resident staff support students on campus.
- Campus activities: Evening activities and eligible weekend excursions extend the academic day.
Non-residential plan
- Day attendance: Commuters receive lunch, classes, excursions, and programming from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Yale residential colleges are not air-conditioned; Summer Springboard provides dorm-room fans.
What happens after Cardiology High School Course?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Use practical exposure to test interest in pre-med or health-related study.
Build foundational knowledge before deeper biology or cardiovascular study.
Reflect on cardiology, cardiac nursing, and wider healthcare career paths.
Develop examples of subject exploration for later application reflection.
Continue with volunteering, reading, research, or another focused medical course.
The course is exploratory and does not document academic credit, certification, or guaranteed progression.
Where does Cardiology High School Course take place?
The program takes place on the Yale University campus in New Haven, Connecticut, using residential-college accommodation and campus facilities. Academic and cultural excursions connect classroom learning with New Haven and the wider Northeast.
Summer Springboard operates independently of Yale University and is not sponsored or endorsed by the university.
Cardiology High School Course FAQs
The curriculum covers cardiac anatomy, common heart diseases, diagnostic tools, treatment options, prevention, lifestyle medicine, and the role of cardiologists in patient care.
Students practise EKG reading, blood pressure measurement, and stethoscope use. They also analyze anonymized patient cases and train with clinical skills in a medical-simulation setting.
There are five four-hour academic sessions, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday. Afternoons are used for a course-specific excursion, guest speaker, or activity.
It is aimed at high school students exploring pre-med, nursing, cardiac care, or other health-related careers. Applicants need a 3.0 GPA or local equivalent and must meet the provider's participation criteria.
Yes. Commuters attend weekday programming from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and receive lunch, the academic course, and excursions, while residential students also receive lodging and all meals.
Residential students generally stay in suite-style Yale residential-college housing with single or double rooms, shared common areas, and shared bathrooms. Linens, towels, Wi-Fi, security, and resident staff support are provided.
Need-based scholarships may cover up to 30% of residential tuition or 60% of commuter tuition. Published 5% discounts are also available for several eligible groups.
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Co-founder, Succeed | Founder, Immerse Education (2012–2026)
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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- 2026 HS 1-week Cardiology V4
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- Terms & Conditions | Policies & Terms | Summer Springboard - Summer Springboard
- Tuition and Financial Aid FAQ | Knowledge Base | Summer Springboard - Summer Springboard
- Yale Summer Program for High School Students - Summer Springboard
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- Tuition Protection Plan T&C
- Summer Cardiology Program for High School Students at Yale
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