MS4 Class Information: November 6, 2025

In this issue:

  • Summer Oncology Research Fellowship (SORF)

Summer Oncology Research Fellowship (SORF)  

The Summer Oncology Research Fellowship (SORF) is an NIH-supported summer research program for US medical students. It is a full-time, 8–12-week program in summer(s) between school years in medical school (May to August). It focuses on students who are considering a biomedical career that involves cancer research. SORF takes place at two sites: Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) and the Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and Keck School of Medicine of USC. 

  • Applications to SORF 2026 opened on November 1, 2025.  
  • Early Application Deadline: December 7, 2025.  
  • Regular Application Deadline: January 4, 2026. 

Learn more and apply 


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