ACS Center for Diversity in Cancer Research (DICR) Training

ACS DICR Summer Healthcare Experience (SHE) in Oncology for High School Students

We provide institutional support for female high school students to take part in a 2-week virtual summer program in cancer research. The program targets students who are part of an underrepresented minority (URM) group and are interested in a future career in a health-related science.

The Summer Healthcare Experience (SHE) in Oncology Program is part of the ACS Center for Diversity in Cancer Research Training. The ultimate goal is to increase the number of URM cancer researchers in the future.

The SHE Program Basics

To increase awareness of, and enthusiasm for, opportunities to work in cancer research for High School students who:

  • Are part of an underrepresented minority (URM) group
  • Identify as female
  • Are interested in a future career in a health-related science
SHE students spend 2 weeks during the summer engaging in cancer research with eCLOSE Institute (an online program) and doing case studies to expand their breadth of cancer research knowledge and career opportunities.
 
Throughout the year, SHE Program participants are given opportunities to engage in planned career-development and networking activities.
 
Students receive a $500 stipend.
 
No academic credit is awarded.
 
Each ACS-funded institution sets the criteria and process for SHE student applications and their review. Institutions may choose up to 20 SHE Program participants using a selection committee. 

Institutional Eligibility Criteria

The ACS funds institutions who meet the institutional and administrative eligibility criteria. For eligibility criteria, see: 

For all questions: Email DiversityResearchTraining@cancer.org

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Institutions with ACS DICR SHE Oncology Programs