Summer Springboard
Foundations of Human Genetics
ON THE CAMPUS OF UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
UNCOVER HOW DNA SHAPES LIFE, HEALTH AND THE FUTURE OF MEDICINE.
THIS IS A TWO-WEEK PROGRAM WHERE YOU’LL FOCUS ON ONE COURSE FOR THE ENTIRE DURATION.
Foundations of Human Genetics @ University of Michigan
- Hands-on lab experience using real genetic tools and techniques.
- Explore DNA barcoding, genetic engineering, and data analysis.
- Apply bioinformatics to study gene sequences and inheritance patterns.
- Investigate real-world genetic disorders and their societal impact.
- Debate ethical questions around gene editing and genetic privacy.
- Gain insight into careers in genetics, biotechnology, and healthcare.
Summer Springboard
Foundations of Human Genetics
About This Course
Explore the building blocks of life in this hands-on introduction to human genetics on the University of Michigan campus.
Students will discover how DNA determines traits, investigate the biology behind genetic disorders, and examine how genetics connects to medicine, technology, and society. Through interactive labs, simulations, and case studies, they’ll analyze genetic data, explore inheritance patterns, and debate the ethical dimensions of cutting-edge genetic research.
Participants gain real laboratory experience through bacterial transformation, genetic engineering, and bioinformatics. By designing experiments, interpreting data, and investigating gene sequences, students uncover how scientists decode DNA. The course also highlights diverse career paths, from biomedical research and genetic counseling to healthcare, pharmaceuticals and public health, showing how a foundation in genetics leads to impactful, real-world applications.
TOPICS YOU'LL EXPLORE
Hands-on Learning
Students gain real laboratory experience through techniques such as bacterial transformation, genetic engineering, and more. They’ll design experiments, analyze data and apply bioinformatics tools to investigate gene sequences, learning how scientists uncover the mysteries of DNA.
Career Exploration
Throughout the course, students gain valuable insight into the wide range of careers connected to genetics and biotechnology. From biomedical research and genetic counseling to healthcare, pharmaceuticals and public health, participants will learn how foundational knowledge in genetics applies to real-world professions and emerging scientific fields.
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“Summer Springboard is a great place for students to connect with like-minded others who are interested in the same career path.”
-Ethan S. | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Foundations of Human Genetics
Meet Your Instructor
Courses are taught by accomplished and passionate faculty recruited from many area colleges, universities and professional forums. Each faculty member is selected for their subject area expertise and proven ability to both challenge and captivate students.
Instructor - TBA
“I enjoyed all of the people and the freedom that we had. They were amazing and I enjoyed every second of it. The classes were also amazing and I learned a lot from them. The excursions were both good learning experiences and a lot of fun.”
-Cole J. | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Foundations of Human Genetics
Dates & Tuition
| 2026 Dates |
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| Session 1: July 19 – July 31, 2026 |
Click here to enroll in this course using our online enrollment form.
| Tuition |
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| Residential Tuition: $5,698 |
| Commuter Tuition: $2,998 |
Apply by November 30 to lock in the lowest prices of the year. Tuition increases on December 1.
Tuition Protection Plan: Allows for cancellation for any reason up until the day of the program.
| Location |
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| City: Ann Arbor |
| State: Michigan |
| Campus: University of Michigan |
Summer Springboard programs are not run by our campus partners (with the exception of Cal Poly, UW Foster and NYSID which are run in partnership with SSB). Universities and their affiliated departments and partners do not control and are not responsible or liable in any manner for any part of the Summer Springboard program.