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Pre-Health Scholars Program (Undergraduate Freshman and Sophomores)

(PHSP) 2023 New!

Undergraduate Freshman and Sophomores

The Pre-Health Scholars Program (PHSP), administered by the UAMS Division for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, will help provide local freshman and sophomore college students interested in health care the opportunity to expand their knowledge and understanding about various health care related career fields and professions. Through PHSP, students will learn about medical and public health interventions and innovations, collaborate with leaders in the healthcare industry and be exposed to cutting-edge technology currently used in professional training & laboratory experiments. 

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Student Experiences:
– Development of a personalized academic career plan
– Attend lectures and Q &A sessions with faculty in diverse academic and geographic areas

Program Components:

  • Introduction to the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) and MCAT
  • Simulated Clinical Experiences
  • Introduction to the Public Health Module
  • Medical Interventions Module
  • Culinary Medicine Module
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Demonstrations

Highlights:

  • A stipend of $400 after completion of the program
  • Virtual/Face-to-face GRE or MCAT tutoring and preparation
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) coaching
  • Weekly “Lunch and Learn” opportunities with professional faculty

Locations:

  • Little Rock
  • Pine Bluff
  • Camden
  • Magnolia
  • Helena-West Helena
  • Texarkana

Important Dates for PHSP 2023:

  • November 17, 2022 – Online Application Opens
  • March 1, 2023 – Online Application Closes
  • June 5, 2023 – Program Starts
  • June 30, 2023 – Program Ends
  • July 27, 2023 – Health Career University Summer Program Bash
  • August 2, 2023 – Research Symposium

Questions or Additional Info? Contact: PHSP@uams.edu

2023 Pre-Health Scholars Program Application

APPLY HERE
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