The Office of Access and Community Engagement is committed to providing students with the programs, resources, and opportunities they need to succeed in healthcare. Whether you are just beginning to explore a career in medicine or preparing to take the next big step, ACE is here to guide and support you every step of the way.
From hands-on healthcare experiences in middle and high school to premed advising, research opportunities, and community engagement at the undergraduate and medical school level, ACE offers a clear and supported pathway from curiosity to career. Select your educational level below to discover the programs and resources available to you.
Your journey to a career in medicine begins today! Here's how to get started:
Are you a high school student interested in a future career in healthcare? Here's how to get started on your journey:
Whether you're planning to apply to medical school or explore biomedical research, ACE offers advising, conferences, and resources to help you prepare. Here's how to get started:
A summer research program offering hands-on experience in American Indian cancer health research, formal mentorship, and the opportunity to present findings at program's end.
The Stephenson Cancer Center's CURE program pairs outstanding undergraduate students with senior cancer scientists to encourage careers in cancer research and medicine.
The OKINBRE SURP provides intensive hands-on research experiences for students in the OKINBRE theme areas of cancer, developmental biology, and infectious diseases.
During this summer research experience, Fleming Scholars will be guided by senior scientists while working on individual projects in cutting-edge labs.
A two-year research opportunity for recent graduates within three years of their bachelor's degree, preparing them for graduate or professional school in STEM or healthcare.
A two-year cancer research experience for bachelor's degree holders preparing for doctoral programs in biomedical science, data science, or health professions.
SMaRT provides first and second year undergraduate students the opportunity to spend a summer conducting faculty-mentored research at their home institution.
SURE participants receive intensive hands-on research training in the laboratories of select OU biomedical faculty members and mentors.
A nine-week summer research program offering Native American students mentorship, hands-on research experience, and the opportunity to present findings at program's end.
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The following resources are available to assist students, trainees, staff, and faculty at the OU College of Medicine in creating a more culturally fluent educational environment:
Are you a high school or undergraduate student interested in a future career in healthcare? Connect with ACE to hear about upcoming events and opportunities for aspiring healthcare professionals.
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An 8-week program allowing medical students to engage in mentored research on projects specific to women's cancers.
An 8-week program allowing medical students to engage in mentored research on cancer-focused projects.
The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Office of Access and Community Engagement
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