Location
Southeast Missouri State University
900 Parker Dr.
Magill Hall
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Contact Information
Emerging Medical Scholars Academy
Description
Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) and Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) are partnering to offer a day academy for students interested in pursuing a career in the fields of osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, dental medicine or podiatric medicine. It is open to high school students who will be graduating in 2027 or 2028. Academy is limited to 40 students.
This one week learning experience is aimed at assisting high school juniors and seniors to become familiar with healthcare career opportunities.
Highlights include:
- Experiences in clinical diagnosis of patients
- Hands-on activities and laboratories
- Career guidance sessions for healthcare professions
- Interaction with professional student mentors
Attending will also inform students of the opportunity to apply to LECOM's Early Acceptance Program, which provides a streamlined path to medical education as well as hands-on training. With LECOM's midwest campus at Mercy Southeast, area students have the unique opportunity of clinical rotations right in Cape Girardeau.
Upcoming Dates And Times
- Jul 27, 2026Jul 27, 9:00 AM - Jul 30, 3:30 PM (Jul 27, 2:00 PM - Jul 30, 8:30 PM UTC)Available registrations: 32
Questions & Answers
- Will lunch be provided?
Yes, lunch will be provided daily.
- Is there an option to stay overnight on campus?
The academy is a day only program from 9am to 3:30pm in Magill Hall on SEMO's campus. No overnight accommodations will be available on campus.
- What is the cost of the academy?
There is no cost to attend the Emerging Medical Scholars Academy. Lunch will also be provided daily.
