The Summer Public Health Scholars Program (SPHSP) is designed for undergraduate students and its goal is to increase interest in and knowledge of public health and biomedical science careers. The program is designed for undergraduates entering their junior or senior year and recent baccalaureate degree students who are undecided about their career goals. This is a rigorous program which includes Public Health coursework at Columbia University; hands-on field experience and immersion in a diverse, economically disadvantaged urban environment; seminars and lectures with public health leaders; and mentoring by faculty members, ensuring students’ exposure to the breadth and importance of public health as a career option.
A stipend for participation is provided to all program scholars. Each scholar is provided financial support for round-trip travel. Housing is provided to all students on the Columbia University Morningside Campus.
Eligibility: Second-year Undergraduate (Sophomore), Third-year Undergraduate (Junior)
Minimum GPA: 2.7
Deadline month: February
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