North
Carolina residents receive preference and typically constitute 80-85%
of participants. Applicants from other states are also welcome to
apply.
The
Program consists of selected students admitted to the medical
and dental schools at UNC and premedical or pre-dental applicants
with one year remaining before desired application to professional
school. All such participants are either rising seniors or
postgraduates. Current applicants to professional school whose
results are still pending by the Program's deadline are invited
to submit an application along with an explanation of the circumstances.
The Program typically enrolls 65 - 80 students per summer.
Academic
prerequisites are (1) Organic Chemistry and (2) a solid
background in the major biological and physical sciences
that are preparatory
for medical or dental school. Other factors include motivation,
a personal story, and a cumulative science GPA of 2.7 or
higher
is recommended for realistic consideration.
Completed
files should include:
- Application
and essay
- Cumulative
transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended;
- At
least two letters of evaluation from advisors or instructors
familiar
with your academic background and personal motivation; (preferrably
at least one
from a science program);
- A
personal interview when geographically and financially feasible;
- A
Financial Aid Form (FAFSA) or your most recent tax form &
your parent's (if claimed as a dependent) for verification purposes.
The
Schools of Medicine and Dentistry cover all instructional costs
(i.e.
tuition, texts) for all participants. A stipend is awarded
to qualifying applicants.
The
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is committed
to equality
of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants,
students, or employees based on color, national origin,
religion,
sex, or handicap. Moreover, the University of North Carolina
at Chapel Hill is open to all people of all races and actively
seeks
to promote racial integration.
