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The BIOMED Summer Academy is a one-week STEM program at Drexel University in Philadelphia offered three times throughout the summer that provides high school students with insight into one of STEMs most exciting fields, biomedical engineering.





Participants will be introduced to laboratory and core research skills through interactive, hands-on learning activities. Students will also have the opportunity to explore the booming biomedical industry through site visits, seminars, and presentations from industry experts.
On-campus, commuter
International applicants are welcome.
This STEM summer program in biomedical engineering is available to rising high school juniors and seniors in the Philadelphia area and beyond. Admission to the program is competitive. Students must have taken one year of biology and have some interest in math, engineering, or health and life sciences. Preference is given to students with outstanding GPAs and teacher recommendations.
In order to complete your application, you will need a science/math teacher to a recommendation.
Financial Aid
Need-based scholarships are available to students accepted to the BIOMED Summer Academy.
Need-Based Scholarship Information:
Students will be selected to receive the scholarship based on financial need only. If you are interested in applying for the scholarship, the following information must be sent at the time of application:
- A 200-400 word essay, submitted in PDF format, explaining why you want to receive the scholarship and why you are a good candidate to receive the award. Please remember that scholarships are based on financial need.
- Current tax documentation, as well as any other applicable information from your parent(s)/guardian(s) that demonstrates financial need.

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