Weill Cornell Medicine School is inviting applicants to apply for the Summer Research Fellowships for the academic session 2025/2026.
Eligible applicants for the fellowship must be motivated pre-medical students who are committed to pursuing a career in medicine and eager to gain hands-on research experience. Candidates should demonstrate strong academic performance, an interest in public health issues and healthcare disparities, and the ability to participate full-time throughout the program duration.
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( votes)Weill Cornell Medicine (WCM) is the medical school of Cornell University, located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City. It is a top-ranked academic medical institution committed to excellence in patient care, scientific discovery, and the education of future physicians and scientists. Founded in 1898, WCM combines strong basic medical science education with extensive clinical training and cutting-edge research, working closely with major hospitals like NewYork-Presbyterian and Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Application Deadline: February 2, 2026
Brief Description
- University or Organization: Weill Cornell Medicine
- Department: Various participating research laboratories and clinical departments
- Course Level: Premedical Summer Research Program
- Award: Research training experience, academic skill-building, mentorship, and participation in career development activities
- Access Mode: Online (application submission)
- Number of Awards: 25–27
- Nationality: Open to eligible pre-medical students (generally U.S. or specified by program guidelines)
- The award can be taken in: USA
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Typically the United States (or as defined in program requirements)
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for research participation in any laboratory or clinical research area offered under Weill Cornell Medicine’s summer program.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Be a pre-medical student with a strong interest in medical research.
• Demonstrate academic commitment and motivation toward pursuing a career in medicine.
• Be able to participate full-time during the program dates: June 15, 2026 – August 1, 2026.
• Show interest in public health issues, underserved populations, and healthcare disparities.
How to Apply
- Download and review the Frequently Asked Questions.
• Download the Application Checklist.
• Complete and submit the online application form through the program portal.
• For inquiries, contact: [email protected]
Benefits
- Hands-on laboratory or clinical research under expert faculty supervision.
• Training in investigative techniques applicable to future medical education.
• A structured didactic curriculum covering public health issues, research basics, and healthcare disparities.
• Guidance on medical school applications, MCAT preparation, and financial aid.
• Opportunities to interact with physicians from multiple specialties.
