USC/CHLA Summer Oncology Research Fellowship (SORF)

SORF is the NIH-supported Summer Oncology Research Fellowship 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 three sites: Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) and the Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and Keck School of Medicine of USC.

Applications to SORF 2026 is on our website: USC/CHLA Summer Oncology Research Fellowship Program

Early Application Deadline: December 7, 2025
Regular Application Deadline: January 4, 2026

Questions? Please email [email protected].

For more information, please review the 2026 SORF Flyer.