Saint Louis University's Doisy College of Health Sciences Summer Scholars Health Care Exploration Camp is designed to give underrepresented high school rising sophomores, juniors and seniors interested in a future in health care an opportunity to gain first-hand experience in the academic programs offered at the college.
Participants will learn about all Doisy College of Health Sciences academic programs, which prepare students to become: athletic trainers, health information specialists, medical imaging specialists, medical laboratory scientists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, physician assistants, radiation therapists, registered dietitians, speech-language pathologists and many other health care professions. In additional to educational activities, students will:
- Participate in educational activities across various health sciences disciplines
- Receive SLU gear
- Be entered to win a free iPad
To request additional information, please contact dchssummerscholars@health.slu.edu. Potential applicants must apply between February 13 and March 31, 2023.
Apply for DCHS Summer Scholars
The Doisy College of Health Sciences Summer Scholars Health Care Exploration Camp is open to any rising high school sophomore, junior or senior who is interested in pursuing a career in health care. This program was designed to encourage underrepresented high school students from diverse backgrounds to pursue health-related careers.
The camp will take place from Sunday, June 25 to Saturday, July 1, 2023.
Doisy College of Health Sciences Summer Scholars Health Care Exploration Camp will be held on the Saint Louis University campus, with many activities taking place in the Allied Health Professions Building.
Applicants who are selected will receive a full-tuition scholarship to attend the Doisy College of Health Sciences Summer Scholars Health Care Exploration Camp.
To be eligible, students must have:
- Taken and passed a high school English, Math and Science class - all with a grade of "B" or better
- Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or 4.0/5.0
- Submit a letter of interest (500 words or less) expressing interest in a particular program or the allied health fields
Applicants from underrepresented communities will be given priority.
Students interested in the camp must apply between February 13 and March 31. Please send application materials to dchssummerscholars@health.slu.edu.