Educational Pipeline Programs

Summer Research Fellowship Program

The Summer Research Fellowship Program (SRFP) is designed to increase research opportunities for underrepresented minority and disadvantaged undergraduate students pursuing a career in medicine. By working on current research issues under the close supervision of Mount Sinai faculty, students become knowledgeable in issues pertaining to minority health issues and disparities in health care delivery, while learning new skills.

The SRFP is an eight-week summer program offered to undergraduates who are interested in a career in biomedical research or medicine. The program is only offered from June through August.

Research Placements

Research opportunities include basic science research, clinical research, public health, and health services research.

Academic Seminars

The research experience is complemented by weekly academic seminars, which focus on both basic and clinical science. Topics such as cancer, asthma, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hypertension are covered. All presentations emphasize both basic science as well as clinical science and the impact of these topics on medically underserved and diverse communities.

Program Highlights

• Full-time research placement
• Networking with distinguished MSSM physicians and scientists
• Networking with medical and graduate students
• Information on financial aid and application process
• Weekly lectures that address issues of health disparities and health outcomes

Application Process

A completed application includes:

• Current transcript (3.0 GPA minimum)
• Current resume
• Two letters of recommendation; one must be from an advisor
• Personal statement indicating interest and how you believe this program will help you succeed in pursuing a career in biomedical research or medicine (two pages maximum, single spaced)
• A short writing sample on a science-related topic
• Complete Medical Certification Form

The above material must be mailed together with the completed application. Only a limited number of applications are available for the summer program and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Completed applications must be submitted by March 30. Please send application materials to:

Center for Multicultural and Community Affairs
Mount Sinai School of Medicine
One Gustave L. Levy Place, Box 1035
New York, NY 10029

Additional Information

Tel: (212) 241-6089
Fax: (212) 348-1059
E-mail: ceye@mssm.edu

Brochure |

Application Form |

Medical Certification Form

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