Summer Medical Academy
The Summer Medical Academy (SMA) is an intensive two-week program designed for high school students interested in pursuing careers in healthcare. The curriculum includes lectures, hands-on skills clinics, group projects, and career panels to provide insight into medical training and practice. It is coordinated by the Rady Children’s Center for Healthier Communities in collaboration with various medical and pharmaceutical partners.
Program details
- Deadline
- Feb 20, 2026
- Dates
- Jun 15, 2026 – Jul 17, 2026
- Grade level
- Grades 9–12
- Age range
- Ages 15–19
- Program type
- Summer program
- Duration
- 2-week intensive
- Attendance
- Commuter
Eligibility
Eligible students must be between 15-19 years old in June of the program year and have completed 9th grade (up until the summer after graduating 12th grade). Applicants are considered based on academic success, extracurricular involvement, teacher recommendation, resume, and enthusiasm for healthcare. Priority may be given to those within geographic proximity to San Diego or affiliated with RCHSD.
Costs and support
- Cost
- $50 registration fee
- Financial aid
- Need-based scholarships are available for eligible students, such as those attending Title I schools, on free lunch programs, or in public assistance programs.
- Stipend
- Not specified
- Contact program
- medicalacademy@rchsd.org
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