MedCamp at Penn State Mont Alto is designed for students who have a strong interest in science, healthcare, and medical careers.
This popular camp, the only one of its kind in the region, gives students a real-world glimpse into the world of healthcare through hands-on activities and field trips to Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital, Wilson College, and Shenandoah University.
During the weeklong day camp, student-campers will learn about careers in nursing, oncology, cardiology, radiology, emergency medicine, surgery, dentistry, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and veterinary medicine.
For more information, please contact the Office of Continuing Education at (717) 749-4117.
2022 camp details:
- 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 20-24
- Drop off and pick up daily at Penn State Mont Alto, 1 Campus Drive, Mont Alto, Pa.
- Cost: $395
Applications will open in mid-February. Check back for more details and updates.
Tips for completing the application:
- MedCamp application requires two teacher/counselor recommendations. We recommend identifying your two references before starting the application and getting their agreement to supply a recommendation. You will need their email address as part of the application process.
- After completing your application, please let your two references know that they will receive an email to submit their recommendation. The application is not considered complete until both recommendations are received by Penn State Mont Alto.
- The application includes a student statement of interest. Be as descriptive as possible--show us your personality. We want to know why this opportunity is so important to you.
- TIP: Please proofread your statement of interest before submitting to check for misspellings, punctuation, grammar; put your best foot forward.
- Proofreading tips:
- Read the statement out loud
- Then read the statement backward
- Then have another person read it for you
- Then submit your application
Parents and/or guardians, please familiarize yourself with the Penn State Youth Program policies that are in place to ensure the safety of youth participating in our programs, activities, and services.