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Lang Medical Scholars Program

Explore the world of medicine - starting in 7th grade.

Are you curious about how the human body works? Ever imagine yourself a doctor, nurse, scientists, or healthcare hero?

The Lang Medical Scholars Program gives Philadelphia students a hands-on, six-year journey into the world of health and medicine - starting in middle school.

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Every semester, we zoom in on a different body system and uncover:

  • How everything works together
  • What happens when the body system isn’t working
  • How diseases are diagnosed and treated
  • The amazing careers connected to it
  • How health issues affect our communities—and the world

Program Details and Schedule

  • For Philadelphia students entering 7th grade in 2026
  • Meets two Saturdays per month, October through May
  • Hosted at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
  • Small group learning with 30 students per grade

Along the way, you will:

  • Meet doctors, nurses, scientists and other healthcare professional who share their stories
  • Tour hospitals and labs to see medicine in action
  • Participate in paid summer internships in health fields
  • Participate in fun field trips that build leadership and professional skills
  • Get support with SAT prep and college applications
  • Give back through health fairs, volunteer work, and teaching your community about staying healthy

Contact Us

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Phone: 215-707-0880

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Talent and drive should be all a student needs to pursue a career in healthcare. In partnership with Temple's leadership and faculty, philanthropic investment will strengthen the Lang Medical Scholars Program's reach and impact for years to come.

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