Summer Programs
The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine Offers several experiential summer programs which engage students in hands-on opportunities.
Pathways SUPERNet Summer Medical Scholars Academy
The Pathways SUPERNet Summer Medical Scholars Academy offers high school students
the opportunity to participate in a five-day summer camp devoted to educating participants
about the various career opportunities in healthcare and public service. During campus
visits, students are encouraged to consider the wide array of options that exist in
medical and health-related careers while learning what they need to do to start preparing
for a bright future.
This is an overnight experience and students will stay in the residence halls for
the week.
January 3, 2025
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February 7, 2025
$400.00
June 1-5, 2025
- Must have completed 9th, 10th or 11th grade to participate.
- Homeschooled students are eligible to apply.
• Hospital tours.
• Medical procedures.
• Shadowing opportunities.
• Simulation labs.
• Field trips.
• And much more!
A selection committee will review applications, and students will be notified of acceptance Wednesday, April 30 2025. Students selected for participation will receive more information.
Summer Research and Clinical Externship
Entering college freshman (at least 18 years of age), sophomores and juniors are given the opportunity to spend two weeks during the summer at the UT Tyler School of Medicine learning about biomedical research, clinical and healthcare professions. The primary goal of this program is to provide a stimulating firsthand experience in scientific research as well as provide insights into different specialties of medicine by shadowing doctors, nurses, and medical professionals. In this program, participants can interact with top notch scientists, meet with expert physicians, and work alongside other research, clinical and healthcare professionals. This comprehensive program gives the opportunity to closely observe professionals involved in the bench - to- bedside of medicine.
February 1, 2025
Register here when application opens.
February 28, 2025
$250.00
*Costs reduced for students who need support.
June 16-20, 2025 and June 23-27, 2025
• High school seniors
• College students (freshmen, sophomores and juniors)
• Must be in good academic standing
• Must have a sincere desire to learn about medical science careers
• Clinical rotations in medical specialties (internal medicine, cardiology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, family medicine, radiology and more).
• Hands-on research work.
• Lectures and conferences.
• Mentoring.
• Research presentation at the end of the program.
A selection committee will review applications, and students will be notified of acceptance by Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Students selected for participation will receive more information.
Pre-JAMP Summer Camp
The Pre-JAMP Summer Camp is a unique opportunity for economically disadvantaged rising high school seniors attending a high school within Smith County or homeschooled within Smith County. The summer camp is designed to provide exposure to JAMP participating colleges and universities, including admissions requirements and program offerings, experience navigating medical school admissions and interview processes, and research and clinical experiences with local physicians and medical staff. Participants will also have the opportunity to interact with medical students, residents, and simulated patients.
February 1, 2025
Register here when application opens.
February 28, 2025
Free
July 14-18, 2025
Rising high school seniors—must be considered economically disadvantaged; must be in good academic standing; must have a sincere desire to learn about medical science.
Shadowing opportunities/clinical rotations; mentoring; resource fair with JAMP-participating institutions, and more.
A selection committee will review applications, and students will be notified of acceptance by Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Students selected for participation will receive more information.