The FSU College of Medicine Summer Institute is a one-week residential program on the campus of Florida State University designed for students who are committed to pursuing a career in the medical field.
The SSTRIDE Summer Institute motivates students to excel academically, introduces students to a variety of clinical settings, provides standardized test preparation for ACT and SAT, provides information about scholarships and university mentoring programs, exposes students to college life, gives students a perspective on the life of a medical student, expose students to certain aspects of the medical school curriculum through interaction with faculty and participation in faculty led presentations about medical topics, and inspires students to pursue careers in health-care professions.
Goals of FSU College of Medicine Summer Institute
- Introduce students to college life and FSU College of Medicine
- Inspire students to work with medically under-served patients
- Offer opportunity to enhance knowledge and skills in the field of medicine.
- Physician Shadowing
- Medical Faculty Workshops
- Test Preparation (ACT and SAT)
- Admission and Financial Aid Seminars
- Research Project on a Health Topic
- College Preparedness Seminars
- Medical Ethics Workshop
- Medical Student Mentoring
- Recreational Activities
- The FSU College of Medicine Summer Institute is open to students who have completed their sophomore or junior year of high school. Applicants will be selected on the following criteria:
- 3.3 grade point average (minimum)
- Performance in college-preparatory math and science courses
- Essay (500 word minimum)
- Letters of recommendation from teacher and guidance counselor.
Program Cost :The cost is $875 which covers registration, lodging, meals, transportation to site visits and supplies.
Program Limit: 18 students per session.
Limited Scholarships are available for qualified students who show financial need or extenuating circumstances.