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Becoming a Physician: A Career Path Overview

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Weekend Workshops - NYU High School

Becoming a Physician: A Career Path Overview

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Are you interested in becoming a doctor and working in the medical field? This comprehensive and interactive course is intended for high school students interested in exploring a career in medicine. Participants will join a cohort of like-minded peers to examine one of the fastest-growing and most influential professions.

This student-centered course will provide you with the opportunity to reflect on your interests and strengths as you explore the various opportunities that a career in medicine offers. We’ll cover the full journey from actions you can take in high school, undergraduate study, and preparing for medical school, including the MCAT exam.  You learn about internships and “matching days,” as well as life as a resident. You’ll gain an understanding of licensure and scope of practice, too.  

Whether you want to provide patient care, conduct research and advance medicine, teach and help develop the next generation of health professionals, or pursue other paths such as inventing new devices, creating technology, or managing healthcare facilities, becoming a physician will open a world of opportunities for you.

Technology plays a vital role throughout the course as you explore the history of medicine, breakthroughs, and ethical issues related to care and technology. You'll engage with cutting-edge trends like telemedicine, robotics, wearable health devices, and AI in diagnostics.

By the end of the course, you’ll have a clearer vision of your future, an understanding of the commitment required to enter the field, and insight into how you can help shape the future of medicine — as a doctor, as a leader, and as an innovator. You’ll walk away with actions you can take in high school and a plan for your next steps.
 

Ideal For

  • High school students in grades 9-12
  • High school students who want to gain an understanding of medical school requirements and experience

You'll Walk Away With

  • The ability to identify the requirements necessary to become a physician
  • A self-assessment of current readiness and personal next steps to pursue in high school

1 Section

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Spring 2026

  • Section

    001
    Tuition $850.0

    Please complete the online application to enroll.

    • Semester

      Spring 2026

    • Date

      Feb 28 - Mar 21

    • Day

      Saturday

    • Time

      9:00AM-12:00PM

    • Format

      In-person

    • Sessions

      4

    • Faculty

    • Location

      Washington Square
    • Feb 28 - Mar 21
    • Saturday
    • 9:00AM - 12:00PM
    • Washington Square

As a college prep program, the NYU SPS High School Academy offers a range of professional and college geared courses. Explore topics and get a feel for majors or careers you may be considering all while preparing for the college admissions and college application process.

Projects and short assignments provide take-aways that prepare you for college classroom work, while demonstrating your newly acquired skills.

Cost

All courses are $850.

Please note: No financial aid, scholarships, or discounts are available for Weekend Workshops.

*10% Discount available to NYU Faculty/Staff Only

Application Deadline for Spring Courses:
Rolling admission- courses are filled on a first come, first serve basis.

Final Application Deadline for Spring Courses:
February 13, 2026

Class Schedule:
February 28, 2026 - March 21, 2026
(Journalism will run February 28, March 14, 21, 28)

Program Contact

212-998-7006 - sps.hsacademy@nyu.edu

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