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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

UNC Medical Education Development (MED) Program

United States · North CarolinaUndergraduateEntry ID: PR-57715

The Medical Education Development (MED) Program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an intensive summer educational program designed to increase the diversity of students pursuing health professional careers. The program is aimed at pre-medical and pre-dental students and provides a rigorous academic curriculum along with clinical exposure, professional development, and mentoring opportunities

2026 program dates: ~9 weeks, May 18 (move‑in/orientation) through late July 2026 (closing ceremony ~July 22)

Eligibility Requirements

  • U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
  • Rising senior undergraduate or postgraduate.
  • GPA of 2.75 or higher is recommended.
  • Students from groups traditionally underrepresented in the sciences or with limited access to research opportunities are strongly encouraged to apply.

For thorough eligibility and selection information, visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.