599

papers published​

9

years of programming

44+

countries

3,495

program applicants annually

$267,207

awarded in scholarships

938

Columbia Medicine and Research Summer Program Students

99%

would recommend

4.8 ☆

rating from participants

PROGRAMS

IYRC MEDICINE AND RESEARCH SUMMER PROGRAM

​A virtual 10-week summer program where students learn about the diverse topics of medicine and the basics of research from physicians, researchers, and medical students at Columbia University VP&S and UCLA. 
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Program Dates: ​June 20 - August 29, 2026
Application Deadline: March 31, 2026
Regular Application Deadline: May 20, 2026

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MEDICAL HUMANITIES 2026 
Narrative Medicine & Public Health
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A student-run, virtual four-week program that delves into the humanistic aspects of medicine. Through synchronous and asynchronous programming, high school students will integrate data and science with patient-centered care. 
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Program Dates: August 2 - 30, 2026
Application Deadline: May 15, 2026

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TOKYO EXPLORE 2026

A five-day experience in Tokyo, Japan where IYRC students explore the city’s culture and innovation while connecting with peers from around the world following the conference.

Program Dates: June 14-18, 2026
Application Deadline: May 2026

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Date	Programming
May 20	Medicine and Research Summer Program 2026: Late Application Deadline
June 1	​IYRC Summer Programs 2026: Registration Deadline
June 13	IYRC Summer 2026: In-person day
June 14-18	Tokyo Explore 2026
July 25	IYRC Conference Summer 2026: Virtual day
June 20 - August 29	​Medicine and Research Summer Program 2026 ___ ​​ACComPLISHED Community Health Worker Program Summer 2026
August 2-30	​Medical Humanities Program: Narrative Medicine & Public Health​ Summer 2026​

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