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University of Maryland: Terp Young Scholars | School of Public Health
Overview
A three-week summer course offering high school sophomores through seniors hands-on experience in clinical public health research, including vital signs, sample collection, lab procedures, and career exploration in medicine, nursing, and public health. Students earn 3 university credits.
At a glance
Deadline
Jun 1201 days
Sessions
Jul3 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter
Location
College Park, MD
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $1,831
Entering grades
10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA required; first-come, first-served basis after January 6. GPA exception appeals available for extenuating circumstances.
Application requirements
Age
Minimum 13 years old
Grade Level
Rising sophomore, junior, senior, or graduating senior
GPA
Minimum 3.0 unweighted academic average
Prerequisites
Successful completion of or current enrollment in high school biology or chemistry
Citizenship
U.S. citizen or resident
Documentation
High school transcript or report card (unofficial acceptable), health insurance card
Application Fee
$75 non-refundable
Program Deposit
$275 credited toward total bill
Accommodation Request
Students with documented disabilities must request accommodations via UMD Accessibility and Disability Service by June 1
Cost & sessions
Total: $1,831 including tuition ($1,311 for 3 credits), Summer Campus Fee ($229.70), Program Fee ($250), and ENVH125 supply fee ($40). Limited competitive scholarships available covering up to 30% of total package fee; application period February 13–April 1. Tuition remission available for dependent children of eligible UMD faculty/staff.
Financial aid
Limited number of competitive partial financial scholarships available; maximum award does not exceed 30% of total program package fee. Tuition remission available for eligible faculty/staff dependents. Some public school districts offer financial assistance; contact school guidance office.
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