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2-Week
Ages 16+
Summer 2026

2-week Medicine Program in Barcelona: 10th-12th grades

The Barcelona Health and Medicine program is a 2-week immersive summer program in July 2026 for teens with a strong interest in global medicine. Students live in Barcelona, participate in medical simulations, and take a course at a local university in global health!

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Outset was an amazing program. There were excellent simulations and speakers that helped us better understand what practicing medicine looks like.

Natalie Kayser
11th grade, 2024 alum
Global Health Spain

2-week global program for teens exploring medicine.

If you are a teen interested in medicine and global health, Outset Barcelona is a perfect fit. Our students will take a course about the Spanish healthcare system and visit a leading Barcelona hospital for hands-on medical simulations. In the evenings and weekends, we will have staff-led activities

Key Information:
  • Ages: must be 16 years old by program start
  • Dates: July 19 - August 1, 2026 (2-weeks)
  • Location: Barcelona, Spain
  • Cost: $4,995 (does not include flight)
  • Language: no Spanish required
  • Topics: Comparative Health, Medicine, Global Health
  • Group Size: 15-18 students
  • Safety: Outset provides 24/7 onsite staff
  • What's included? Housing, meals, staffing, local transport, activities

Included in your Barcelona program:

24/7 Staff Supervision

Our trained campus leadership staff live in the dorms with students and supervise students 24/7 in Spain.

Clean, Safe Housing

Outset partners with a leading Barcelona university for dorm accommodations. Students will have another Outset roommate from the United States.

All Meals Included

Outset includes a full meal package for breakfast, lunch, and dinners. Some meals are at campus dining halls, and others will be at local restaurants in Spain.

World-class Curriculum

Students will learn from trained Spanish physicians and university professors in Barcelona. Students will learn about the Spanish healthcare system and join hands-on simulation labs in a leading Spanish hospital.

Activities & Excursions

Outset staff will lead students on safe excursions in and around Barcelona so that our teens get to experience local life in Spain! From visiting the Arc de Triomf to a beach day on the Mediterranean, there will be no shortage of fun!

Chaperoned flight available

While flights are not included in your program fee, Outset does support students with their flight bookings, and we also have a chaperoned flight available from New York City if your family would feel more comfortable with this option.

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Dates & Locations

July 19 - August 1, 2026 (2-weeks) in Barcelona, Spain

The details:
  • Ages: Ages 16+
  • Length: 2-Week
  • Tuition: $4,995 (financial aid available). This fee covers housing, meals, and all programming.
  • Dates: July 2026. To learn what dates are currently available, apply & speak to our Admissions team.
  • Locations: Barcelona, Spain

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Ages: Grades 10-12
Length: 2-Week
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Will Outset help me get into college?

Outset is an extracurricular academic program. Like many extracurriculars, Outset can be a helpful addition to your resume and college application but will likely not be the deciding factor in your college application. Your grades, references, test scores, and personal statement matter most. Still, Outset can demonstrate to colleges and universities that you have a serious interest in medicine and have taken steps to explore that interest. Some alumni even talk about Outset in their personal statements.

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How competitive is Outset?

Outset is a competitive summer program for 9th-12th grade students interested in medical careers. We receive thousands of applicants each year and accept fewer than 50% of students. We have strict academic standards and require applicants to submit a statement about their interest in medicine. If you pass our initial screening, then you will have a 10-minute video call with our Admissions team. After this call we request a teacher reference for some applicants.

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What is the Admissions process?

We have an easy 3-step Admissions process. First, you apply online. Next if you pass our initial screening you will be invited to a 10-minute video meeting with our Admissions team. We will ask you about your interest in medicine and Outset. Finally, for some applicants we require a teacher reference. Once you have completed all 3 steps, we give you a decision in 3-5 business days.

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Does Outset have a cost? Is there financial aid?

Yes, Outset has a program fee that is $2,950 (or $4995 for global programs). This fee covers your university housing, meals, academic and faculty costs, as well as the costs of Outset campus staff. For students who cannot afford the full fee, you can request financial aid or scholarships in our online application.

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What is the application deadline?

Outset does not have an application deadline. We have rolling admissions. Our programs and campuses do fill up fast, so we recommend applying as early as you can.

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