Scholarly Pursuit/Scholarly Year Research
Scholarly Pursuit
A Scholarly Pursuit project is a focused, mentored full-time commitment. The project must revolve around a specific hypothesis and work that aims to test it. The Scholarly Pursuit is a curricular requirement for PSOM medical students and can be fulfilled in one of three ways:
- A three-month research project, conducted under the supervision of a faculty mentor;
- A yearlong research project (more info below), post Core 2, conducted under the supervision of a faculty mentor; or
- By earning a second degree after matriculation into medical school.
- Scholarly Pursuit Requirement and Approvals
- Arranged Activities Form
- Scholarly Pursuit FAQs/Canvas Page
Scholarly Year/Scholarly Year Out Leave of Absence Research
Medical students who have completed their third year of Medical School may opt to take a Scholarly Year or a Scholarly Year Out Leave of Absence to conduct elective research. Students should refer to the PSOM Special Matriculation and Leave of Absence Policies for further details.
Scholarly Year Helpful Links: