Training rooted in mentorship, equity, and real-world impact
The GW Cancer Center is committed to educating and training the next generation of cancer researchers, clinicians, public health leaders, biomedical engineers, and advocates. Through a comprehensive continuum of learning — from high school discovery programs to advanced professional education — GW offers opportunities that combine rigorous training, hands‑on experience, mentorship, and a shared commitment to equity and impact.
Located in Washington, DC, the GW Cancer Center leverages its academic excellence, clinical partnerships, and policy influence to prepare learners to make meaningful contributions to cancer prevention, detection, treatment, and survivorship across diverse communities.
Explore Programs by Level
High School Programs
Introduce students to careers in healthcare and biomedical research through hands-on experiences, mentorship, and academic enrichment opportunities.
Undergraduate Programs
Engage undergraduate students in mentored research, skill-building, and experiential learning to prepare for advanced study and careers in science and medicine.
Medical Student Programs
Provide medical students with structured research training, funding opportunities, and mentorship to develop clinical and translational research skills.
A Connected Training Pathway
These programs are intentionally designed to create a continuous pathway into biomedical research careers. Participants can engage at multiple stages, building the skills, experience, and mentorship needed to advance from early exposure to independent investigation.
Partner Institutions
This pipeline reflects collaboration across:
- The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
- The GW Cancer Center
- Children’s National Hospital
- The National Institutes of Health and other regional partners