University of Michigan Summer Enrichment Program (UM SEP)
The UM SEP is an 8-week comprehensive experience for undergraduate students who are committed to eliminating health inequalities. The program provides students with work experience, graduate-level lectures, site visits to health organizations, community outreach projects, networking opportunities, and preparation for graduate school, including a GRE course.
Application Checklist
1. Application Form
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2. Two Required Essays
Explain how you meet one or more of the eligibility criteria for the UM SEP (250 words).
Introduce yourself and explain your interest in the UM SEP, your relevant experience, and your immediate and professional goals (750 words). Please see the application form for the full essay prompt.
3. Current Resume
A one-page resume highlighting your leadership abilities and public health experience.
4. Official Transcripts
Transcript(s) from every college or university attended.
5. Letters of Recommendation
Two confidential recommendation letters.
Once you have entered your recommenders’ email addresses, FluidReview will send them an email with instructions about how to upload their letters.
*ALL parts of the application must be completed by 11:59pm Friday, January 19, 2018 to be considered.
UM SEP 2018 Admission Timeline
Application Window Opens – October 9
Application Window Closes – January 19
Committee Reviews Applications – January 22 – March 9
Finalists Notified – March 9
Finalists Interviews – March 12 – March 16
Selected Applicants Notified – March 21
First Day of Program – May 30
Last Day of Program – July 27
If you have questions about the UM SEP please feel free to contact us:
Email: um.sep@umich.edu
Phone: (734) 936-3296
Mail: Summer Enrichment Program – Administrative Office
Department of Health Management and Policy
M3023 School of Public Health II
The University of Michigan
1415 Washington Heights
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2029