Duke University School of Medicine
Durham, N.C.

Overview

The summer program at Duke University offers talented students the resources to present strong credentials for admission to medical school. By providing a solid foundation in the pre-medical sciences, math, writing, and learning skills, the program prepares its scholars for success. Instruction in ethics, professionalism, interviewing skills, clinical experience, and individual advising complete the toolbox. Program scholars will leave well prepared to complete their undergraduate education and advance to health-professions education.

Commuter Program

SMDEP at Duke is providing a small group of students the opportunity to participate in SMDEP without the requirement of living on campus in the residence hall. Up to 10 matriculants, who present a compelling rationale for exemption from the residential experience, will be permitted to commute and participate in an experience tailored to meet their special circumstances. Please note that students who participate in SMDEP at Duke have no out of pocket expenses during the program; the cost of meals and living in the dormitory are covered by the grant. This opportunity is available to eligible premedical applicants who can demonstrate that on-campus residence is a deterrent to participating in this program.

Program Contact:
Maureen D. Cullins
Program Administrator
smdep@mc.duke.edu
919-684-5882

Please email the Supplemental Commuter Application form to the National Program Office at smdep@aamc.org.

Finances

• Meals: Breakfast and dinner will be provided in Duke University West Campus residence hall dining room; lunch at any on-campus eatery.

• Travel Assistance: Up to $200 toward travel by air, bus or train (based on need and for those more than 50 miles away from Durham, NC).

• Stipend: Disbursed in 2 installments (week 3 and upon completion of the program).

Living

• Housing: Each student will be housed in a double occupancy, air-conditioned room in a Duke University residence hall on the West Campus.

• Health Insurance: Not provided; however, SMDEP at Duke will pay the Student Health fee which covers treatment for acute illness and injury, chronic illness flares, allergy shots, diet and nutrition counseling, and access to psychological counseling.

• Social Activities: Includes the American Dance Festival and Summer Festival of the Arts, skating, bowling, water park, movies, and more.

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