Undergraduate Research Experiences in Cardiology

The Duke Cardiovascular Research Center offers three Undergraduate Research Experience opportunities for undergraduates to participate in a cardiovascular research-oriented educational enrichment program.
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Application Information

These programs are supported by multiple partners, including the Edna and Fred L. Mandel Jr. Foundation and the American Heart Association.  Duke faculty members with active research in cardiology will serve as faculty mentors for the program.  Undergraduates selected to participate will conduct hands-on research.  This 10-week summer program is in-person only at Duke University.

  • Eligible applicants may be pursuing a degree in any field but must have expressed an interest in a healthcare-related field. 
  • Must be a full-time undergraduate, a rising sophomore, junior or senior. 
  • Candidates must have exemplary academic performance.
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Application deadline: January 15, 2025 

Summer program dates: May 19-July 25, 2025