Programs Prior to Medical School
Research and Community Experiences
The Summer Science Scholars Academy (S³A) is a fee-based three-week program designed for high-achieving secondary school students and/or those in gifted-and-talented programs who plan to pursue a career in medicine. This is a non-residential summer experience.
The curriculum focuses on exploring the human body through a series of lectures, organ laboratories and clinical experiences. This program does not offer high school or college credit.
Monday - Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm (12:00 pm to 1:00 pm lunch break)
The program is held at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School located at 675 Hoes Lane West in Piscataway. At times, clinical activities may be scheduled at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick.
Students wishing to apply for the Summer Science Scholars Academy must submit the following: