Summer Scholars Program

2025 Summer Scholars Program 

The Application Period for This Year has Closed

Program Dates: May 27 - Aug. 1, 2025

The Houston Methodist Summer Scholars Program is a hands-on and immersive 10-week experience designed to broaden the student’s perspective of career possibilities in the health care industry.

Scholars work with their leader during the full time (40 hours per week) program in a non-clinical department to learn more about operations and career opportunities in health care. In addition to working in their assigned departments, the scholars are also able to participate in professional development sessions.

Scholars have the opportunity to explore health care leadership through the lenses of talented professionals working in key departments across Houston Methodist. The program is designed to give students the tools and resources to prepare them for a future serving the evolving needs of the fast-growing patient population of the future. The program also will facilitate the scholars’ professional development through mentorship and expose them to the various fields that comprise the health care system.

Program Requirements

The Houston Methodist Summer Scholars Program requires a full-time commitment for the 10-week duration. Daily attendance is required of each student for a full 8-hour workday, approximately 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., except for the July 4th holiday. 

Program Eligibility

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student entering junior or senior year
• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (based on a 4.0 grading scale). Must maintain this average to be eligible for continued enrollment.
• Only U.S. citizens, Legal Permanent residents and Foreign Nationals who already hold a legal visa status (F-1, J-1, EADs) are eligible to apply to the program.

Additional Help

• For further questions regarding the scholarship program or the application process, please call 713.441.3073.
  

Application Guidelines

Letter of Intent

500-word (max.) letter of intent that includes:

• A personal statement of interest explaining why you chose Houston Methodist
• What you expect to gain from your scholarship experience 
• Reason(s) for interest in specified health-related field

Statement of Financial Need

300-word (max.) statement that includes:

• How this scholarship will impact your financial situation
• Any supporting documents demonstrating financial need, if available

Resume Detailing the Following:

• Extracurricular activities in which you participate, or organizations you belong to (church groups, athletics, school, community, etc.)
• Awards/honors you’ve received
• Work or volunteer experience

Transcripts and Recommendations

• A copy of your most recent official or unofficial academic transcript
• Letter of verification of current and future enrollment
• Two recommendation letters. One must be academic (i.e., teacher or adviser); the other from an employer (current or previous), counselor or mentor you have known for at least six months who is not a relative