This week-long summer program for students currently in grades 10-12 provides an engaging, hands-on learning opportunity for students interested in health professions. It will be in-person at the UH Mānoa John A. Burns School of Medicine in Kaka‘ako. If required by state or institutional public health and restrictions at the medical school at the time, this program may change to a hybrid activity with in-person and virtual activities or to an entirely virtual activity.
The program usually includes small group problem-based learning, gross anatomy laboratory demonstrations, clinical skills laboratories, computerized manikin simulations, and simulated patient interactions that enables students to learn how to:
To register, submit the completed program application to Summer Programs by May 20, 2025. The program application is also available at If you have questions about registration, contact Summer Programs at summer.programs@hawaii.edu or (808) 956-9246.
There are a few needs-based scholarships that cover the $525 registration fee. Completed scholarship applications must be received by 4:30 p.m., March 31, 2025. More information about the scholarships is available in the scholarship FAQs . The online scholarship application is at https://go.hawaii.edu/wub (be ready to attach your personal statement).
Deadline for Application: May 20, 2025
Submit your completed Application Form no later than May 20, 2025 via UH FileDrop (www.hawaii.edu/filedrop) to Recipient: summer.programs@hawaii.edu. Please note: No payment is needed at the time of application; students will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until class seats are full.
We will send you an email to confirm the receipt of your application and let you know if you have been accepted. If you have been accepted, this email will include instructions for payment. Note: Your registration will not be complete until payment has been made.
FAQs for the Needs-Based Scholarships for the Medical Diagnosis and Treatment Program
Who is eligible to apply for a scholarship?
Students in grades 10-12 who have legal residence in Hawaii during the 2024-2025 academic year.
What does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship covers the program registration fee. Participants are responsible for any other costs associated with attending the program, e.g. meals, travel, and lodging.
How many scholarships are available?
6
What is the deadline to apply for a scholarship?
The completed scholarship application form, including the personal statement, must be received by 4:30 p.m., March 31, 2025. You will get a confirmation once we have received it.
How do I apply for the scholarship?
The online scholarship application is available at https://go.hawaii.edu/wub.
Is there anything else I need to do?
Submit the program application form by March 31, 2025 to reserve a space. If you receive a notice from Summer Programs to pay for the program, let them know that you have applied for the scholarship and they will extend the deadline for payment.
When will I be notified if I have received a scholarship?
Notices will be emailed by May 19, 2025.
Who should I contact if I have questions?
Contact Noelani Ching at nching@hawaii.edu or (808) 692-0948.