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RPI: Progress in Medicine-A Summer Career Exploration Program
Overview
A 6-week hybrid program combining 5 weeks of live online instruction (2 hours/day, 4 days/week) with a 4-day residential stay at Stanford University. Students explore medicine, biotech, health policy, and healthcare careers through case studies, expert speakers, lab tours, and structured essay writing.
At a glance
Deadline
Mar 31140 days
Sessions
Jun6 wk sessions
Formats
Online / Residential
Location
Palo Alto, CA
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $2,000
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Competitive; program has more applicants than available spaces. Cohort size 30–60 students.
Application requirements
Age
Minimum age 14 as of July 1, 2026; maximum age 19 as of July 1, 2026. Ages 16+ can travel independently to San Francisco; younger students require parent/chaperone.
Academic Standing
Self-reported GPA 3.5+ preferred; transcript PDF required after admission to confirm GPA. Academically strong students with proven intellectual capability expected.
Commitment
Ability to attend 2-hour live Zoom sessions 4 days/week (Monday–Thursday, 1–3 pm PT / 4–6 pm ET); capacity for 2–5 hours/week independent work; ability to travel to and attend 4-day residential component at Stanford (July 15–19).
Application Process
Three-step process: (1) Written online application with short answer questions (1–2 hours); (2) 45-minute Zoom interview; (3) Commitment verification and payment (30 min). No letters of recommendation, transcripts, or standardized test scores required at application stage.
Attendance
Live Zoom attendance is critical. Up to 3 excused absences allowed with make-up work. Strong attendance required to participate in in-person residency.
Cost & sessions
Tuition is $2,000 and includes double occupancy dorm lodging, all meals during in-person residency (July 15–19), and local transportation during residency. Travel to/from San Francisco International Airport not included, though airport pick-up provided. Limited need-based and merit-based scholarships available to cover program costs and/or travel.
Financial aid
Limited need-based and merit-based scholarships available to cover program costs and/or travel expenses. Applied for within the application process.
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