Rush University System for Health (RUSH) is an academic health system in Chicago whose mission is to improve the health of the individuals and diverse communities it serves through the integration of outstanding patient care, education, research and community partnerships.
The Rush Medical College Visiting Scholars Program is an innovative program designed to advance our diversity and inclusion mission by offering exceptional underrepresented medical students the opportunity to experience clinical medicine at Rush.
During the program, you will receive outstanding clinical experiences, expert teaching from faculty who are passionate about their work, and exposure to clinical opportunities at Rush University Medical Center and the John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County, all in an environment focused on personal growth and well-being. You will become a vital member of our health care community through mentoring, attendance at Grand Rounds and M&M conference, participation in community service initiatives, and interactions with Rush organizations such as the House Staff Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, RushPRIDE and Rush’s chapters of the Student National Medical Association (SNMA) and the Latinx Medical Student Association (LMSA). Additionally, you will have an opportunity to meet with residency program administration.
This program provides clinical elective experience between July – October each year in the following specialties:
- Diagnostic Radiology
- Emergency Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Medicine-Pediatrics
- Neurological Sciences
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Ophthalmology
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Pediatrics
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Plastic Surgery
- Psychiatry
- Urology
Participants will receive a living stipend in the amount of $2,000.
Selection Criteria
Fourth-year students in their final year of medical school who meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply:
- Currently pursuing a medical degree at an LCME-accredited institution
- Are in good academic standing
- Will have completed all required M3 core rotations by June 30, 2024
- Are a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or of DACA status
Application Information
Students interested in the Rush Visiting Scholars Program can apply online at rushu.rush.edu/visiting-scholars. An invitation to submit the AAMC Visiting Student Learning Opportunities (VSLO) application will follow. For individuals accepted into the program, Rush Medical College will waive the VSLO application fee.
For more information about the Rush Visiting Scholars Program, please contact OIME_Diversity@rush.edu.