Howard University Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Dentistry and Medicine
Washington, D.C.

Overview

The mission of the Howard University SMDEP is to provide an educational experience of exceptional quality that will strengthen the overall academic preparation of underrepresented minority, disadvantaged, and low-income students who express interest in admission to medical or dental school.

SMDEP strives to enhance the university's ability to contribute well-qualified, socially conscious medical and dental school candidates committed to improving the health and quality of life for all communities throughout this nation and the world, especially those communities underserved by the health professions.

Finances

• Meals: Meal tickets for 3 meals a day, 7 days a week at the Howard University Hospital cafeteria.
  
  
• Travel Assistance: Limited funding available; based on need and targeted to those who live more than 50 miles away. Students will be reimbursed up $250.
  
  
• Stipend: Disbursed in 2 installments; no later than week 2 and during week 6.

Living

• Housing: Air-conditioned doubles in Howard University dormitory.
  
  
• Health Insurance: None provided; students are required to have proof of health insurance; limited services provided at the Howard University Student Health Center, free of charge.
  
  
• Social Activities: Various social and cultural activities in the Washington, D.C., area, for example, the National Dental Museum, the National Museum of Health and Science, the local Caribbean festival, and Annual Folklife Festival.

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