Clinical Anatomy Summer Program (CASP)

The Clinical Anatomy Summer Program (CASP) at Stanford University offers high school students an immersive introduction to the study of human anatomy and related health professions, including medicine, surgery, dentistry, nursing, biomedical engineering, EMT/paramedics, and physical therapy.

This in-person, week-long program focuses on the anatomy of the human body and its clinical applications. Students will:

• Attend lectures on human anatomy presented by Stanford Medicine faculty
• Participate in hands-on anatomy lab activities and observe surgical demonstrations
• Take part in surgical skills workshops, including opportunities to practice dissection and suturing techniques on animal tissue
• Meet Stanford faculty guest speakers who will introduce students to various medical and health-related careers. Please note that guest speakers and topics are subject to faculty availability, and typically only a few specialties will be represented each session.

Throughout the week, anatomical instruction and surgical demonstrations will utilize real human anatomical specimens and cadavers. These educational experiences are made possible through the generosity of body donors, whose contributions are treated with the utmost respect, care, and professionalism.

Please note: This program provides an authentic exposure to medical anatomy and surgical practice. Some students may find aspects of the anatomy lab and surgical demonstrations sensitive or emotionally challenging. Applicants are encouraged to consider their comfort level before applying.

Further information on CASP curriculum can be found here. 

This is a NON-residential program. Students are responsible for and daily transportation. Housing is not provided.

Program Dates: 

Session 1: June 8-12, 2026

Session 2: June 22-26, 2026

Session 3: July 6-10, 2026

Session 4: July 20-24, 2026

CASP is a full-day program starting at 9 AM and ending at about 4 PM each day. A final schedule will be released to accepted students, and start and end times may be variable. 

Age Requirement: 

Students must be at least 15 years old at the start date of CASP. 

CASP Application 

Prospective CASP students must complete an application to be considered for the program. High school transcripts must be uploaded in the application (unofficial transcripts are accepted). The application must be submitted by the application deadline to be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and priority will be given to students who complete the application sooner and answer application questions thoughtfully and thoroughly. 

Program Fee: 

The CASP program fee is $4,000. Upon program acceptance notification, a $1,000 non-refundable tuition deposit will be due within 7 days, with the remaining balance of $3,000 due at the enrollment deadline, May 8, 2026.