Careers in Medicine for High Schoolers at Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Apply NowCurious about a career in medicine? Spend a summer on-campus at Georgetown University exploring specialties from emergency medicine to research—join interactive simulations, learn education pathways and medical ethics, build practical skills, and connect with clinicians to boost your uni and career prospects.
This on-campus summer program at Georgetown University introduces motivated middle- and high-school students to careers in medicine and health sciences. Participants explore a wide range of specialties - including pediatrics, family medicine, OB-GYN, nursing, plastic surgery, emergency medicine, dentistry, and biomedical research - through lectures, presentations, discussions, and interactive simulations.
The program emphasizes understanding educational pathways, medical ethics, health disparities, genetics, and current healthcare challenges while offering hands-on, university-level learning experiences. Residential and day options are available during June and July sessions; residential participants receive housing, three weekday meals, activity excursions, and campus supervision.
Students receive detailed performance reports, instructor feedback, and documentation of their achievements (completion certificate, letter of recognition, and official Georgetown transcript for credit-bearing classes). International students receive visa support guidance and medical insurance as described in the program materials.
Course Completion Certificate; Letter of Recognition from Summer Institute; Official Georgetown Transcript (for credit-bearing classes)
June 2026 (Boarding & Day sessions)
July 2026 (Boarding & Day sessions)
Location
- Aged 14-18 (explicit age range for this course)
- High school students (program is designed for middle and high school students)
- Interest in medicine and health sciences is required
- Completed Summer Institute application required for admission
- International students not in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program will need a B-2 Visitor Visa (students in the Visa Waiver Program must apply for an ESTA)
€3,701
Multiple pricing options per session: Day program price €3,701 per 2-week session; Boarding/residential price €6,542 per 2-week session. International registration fee (U.S. programs) is charged for students whose primary residence is outside the United States: $379 (residential) or $239 (commuter). Shuttle transportation to/from designated airports is available for an additional fee.
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