Learn the history of how the U.S. system works and the turning points that influenced change. Get an in-depth look at the types of insurance available: employer-sponsored, Medicare, Medicaid, private plans and the ACA. Discover the difficult politics of reform and why healthcare is a flashpoint in the culture. Write short essays, hear from industry experts and even design a plan of your own.
Skills you will gain from this course:
- Gain a thorough knowledge of U.S. Healthcare
- Gain insight into the key political issues and controversies
- Understand the types of coverage favored by different social groups
- Acquire the ability to argue a viewpoint for healthcare reforms
- Develop presentation and communication skills
- An excellent course if thinking about going into medicine
Location(s)
- Remote
Schedule
- June 11 - June 25
- July 9 - July 23
- August 6 - August 20
Cost/Compensation
- $995 tuition
Eligibility Requirements
- Students must be 13+and in high school
Deadline
- For June 11- June 25: Sunday, June 4, 2023
- For July 9 - July 23: Sunday, July 2, 2023
- For August 6 - August 20: Sunday, July 30, 2023
Application or Entry Requirements
- Completed online application
- Why you wish to take this course. You can tell your story through writing, video, photos — any media you prefer. NOTE: Please submit all application materials in English.
Notifications of Decisions
You’ll usually be notified via email within 5 business days. At peak times, or if more information is required, it may take a few additional days to review your application and send you a decision.
Financial Aid Details
Need-based scholarships are offered in each cohort to students exhibiting high potential who need assistance affording the associated cost
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University of Rochester is a mid-sized, private, research institution that was founded in 1850 in Rochester, New York. 77% of undergraduates at the University of Rochester participate in research, working across 60 research centers to cover areas from virtual reality to paleomagnetics. The University of Rochester has no core curriculum or general education requirements except for one required writing class. The university’s acclaimed Eastman School of Music is one of the top music schools in the country and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in music performance, composition, and education.
