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| • Tennessee Institutes for Pre-Professionals (TIP) Program |
| • Summer Science Institute (SSI) Program |
| • Undergraduate Summer Research Scholars (SRS) Program |
Tennessee Institutes for Pre-Professionals (TIP) program |
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This program features a variety of exposures throughout its Tracks: 1. Clinical internships 2. Professional school test-preparation workshops 3. Professional school pre-matriculation program 4. Learning skills development workshops Brief Overview Track I Generally for freshmen or sophomores, TIP offers a seven week summer experience which provides basic science review, primary care [internship] exposures, counseling, and learning skills development workshops. Track II For college juniors and seniors, TIP offers a seven week summer, standardized test-preparation experience for students attempting the following professional school examinations: MCAT, DAT, or the PCAT. General Eligibility Criteria • Must represent one of the following groups: individuals who are historically underrepresented in science and in the health care professions: underrepresented minority students, non-traditional students, students with disabilities, and students who represent the first in their families to pursue higher education. • Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university engaged in undergraduate studies. (College graduates, however, will be considered by health professions admission personnel on an individual basis). • Must clearly demonstrate an interest in pursuing a professional degree in allied health, medicine, dentistry or pharmacy. • Must demonstrate evidence of involvement and leadership in school and/or community activities. Track I By the time of application submission: • Freshman must have completed one semester of general biology or one semester of general chemistry. One semester of college math is also highly desirable. The GPA must be 2.7 in the sciences and 3.0 overall. • Sophomores must show evidence of having completed 2 semesters of general biology and general chemistry, with a science and overall GPA of 3.0. Additionally, applicants must have completed one semester of organic chemistry or physics. Track II Students must have successfully completed all science courses required for the MCAT, PCAT, and DAT professional school entrance examinations, e.g. general biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physics. If there are some required courses still in progress, following the application's submission, students completing the last of a course requirement must show evidence of its completion before participation. In addition to meeting these minimum criteria, consideration is given to other factors in the applicant's background which provide evidence of the applicant's potential to benefit from TIP, to be admitted to and complete professional school, and to become a successful practitioner. Factors considered by these committees include: 1. Undergraduate school performance at the time of application. 2. Performance in core courses; 3. Public or community service; 4. Personal background; 5. Other factors that bear on an applicant’s potential success. No one criterion will determine acceptance or rejection. All criteria will be considered collectively in the selection of applicants. The Application Process All applications to the TIP program must be submitted using the electronic form which will be available on November 1. The application deadline is February 28th. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS. Admission's decisions will be mailed on or by April 15. A COMPLETED APPLICATION CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING: • Three (3) Letters of Recommendation, at least two from recent college faculty in the sciences; • 500 word essay (not repeating information which can be found on the application itself); • Official transcript from every college attended. Health Career Programs The University of Tennessee Health Science Center 8 South Dunlap, Room BB9 Memphis, TN 38163 (901) 448-8772 or 1-800-998-8654 Fax: (901) 448-1451 Website: www.uthsc.edu/hcp |
| Summer Science Institute (SSI) Program |
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The Health Careers Program (HCP) Office, http://www.uthsc.edu/hcp, is offering an un-paid two week Summer Science Institute (SSI) for incoming junior and senior high school students. Outstanding high school students with strong academics, citizenship, community involvement, and commitment to pursuing a career in the sciences are invited to apply. Classroom lectures, experiential learning activities and exposure to the academic programs at The University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center (UTHSC) will be provided. Students will participate in a variety of activities such as: • A fetal pig dissection • Tours of local medical centers • Career development workshops • A community service project • An introduction to research This highly competitive program will allow students to demonstrate an understanding of comportment, attire, and verbal and written communication skills that contribute to academic and career success. Space is available under rolling admission until all spots are filled for both sessions. Session 1: June 18 - June 29 and Session 2: July 9 - July 20. In order to hold your spot for the summer, please verify that all paperwork is complete. A $150 deposit is due 15 days after receipt of a letter of acceptance. The full program fee of $300 is due by beginning of each session. Scholarships are available upon eligibility request. Students are responsible for their own housing and meals. Please note: there are additional fees for parking, early drop off, late pick up, and additional t-shirts, all of which will be discussed in your acceptance packet. Each applicant is responsible for making sure all information is complete, as missing information will delay or prevent the processing of an application. Students most recent report card and two (2) letters of recommendation are also required, one (1) from a science teacher and one (1) from a community leader or another teacher. Report card should be mailed to: Summer Science Institute Health Career Programs University of Tennessee Health Science Center 8 S. Dunlap, BB9 Memphis, TN 38163 |
| Undergraduate Summer Research Scholars (SRS) Program |
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The College of Graduate Health Sciences and the College of Pharmacy sponsor the Summer Research Scholars Program to provide research experience to exceptionally well-qualified undergraduate students. Students spend eight weeks with an investigator in one of our graduate programs (Biomedical Engineering, Epidemiology, Health Outcomes and Policy Research, Integrated Biomedical Sciences, Nursing, and Pharmaceutical Sciences). Through this experience, students gain hands-on experience in research and exposure to research as a post-baccalaureate career option. The Program culminates with each student presenting his/her publication at a conference of choice. General Eligibility: • Demonstrate a strong interest in obtaining an M.S. or Ph.D. in order to pursue a biomedical research career • Must have earned a minimum GPA of 3.0 in required science course (unofficial transcript necessary) • Letter of recommendation During the eight weeks, non-Memphis residents are provided housing and provided a stipend. Undergraduate Summer Research Scholars Program Health Career Programs University of Tennessee Health Science Center 8 S. Dunlap, BB9 Memphis, TN 38163 |
