Can Senior Scholars projects be done with a mentor outside of UMCMS?

Yes, students may work on a Senior Scholars project at another institution as long as it meets the UMCMS requirements from a research perspective. However, since this is a UMCMS internal elective program, students conducting their research outside of UMCMS must also identify a UMCMS faculty advisor to co-mentor them (though in a secondary role to the primary mentor at the outside institution).

NOTE: Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the medical school may limit/restrict when students are able to sign up for ‘away’ electives. Please check with OUME and/or Student Affairs during AY23 to determine if there are any limitations on conducting a Senior Scholars project at another institution.