Tiger Scholars Undergraduate (Pre-Med) Academic Enrichment Program;
Tiger Scholars is a free, five-week, non-residential, academic enrichment program for up to 20 pre-medical, undergraduate sophomores, juniors, seniors, and graduate students/post-bac students. The scholars participate in mini-courses in biochemistry, anatomy, physiology, genetics and public health. Additionally, the program includes workshops focused on leadership development, clinical experiences, cultural competency, financial literacy, and preparation for entrance exams to professional schools, such as the MCAT and GRE. Please use this link to apply:
Programmatic dates: Monday, May 31, 2027 through Wednesday, June 30, 2027. (Class sessions are held Monday-Friday.)
Application process dates: Tuesday, January 19, 2027 through Monday, April 5, 2027 (@ 11:59 PM CST)
- Current attendance at a Louisiana undergraduate institution or LA resident who attends an out-of-state undergraduate institution
- GPA of 3.0
- Academic classification: a) Sophomores; b) Juniors; c) Seniors; d) Graduate students/Post-bac students.
- Has earned academic credits in organic chemistry and physics
Required Documents:
- Copy of an official transcript from current Academic institution
- Copy of Driver's License/U.S. Government-issued identification card
- Copy of Social Security card
- Copy of current immunization records
- Two to three recommendations from current professors, two must be from current science and/or math professors.
- Personal statement communicating how this particular program will play an important role in pursuing medical education.