Now Accepting Applications through February 28, 2025!
What is LEAHP?
The Leading to Equitable Access to Health Professions (LEAHP) program is a key initiative of the Duke University School of Nursing's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Aligned with our mission to advance health equity and social justice, LEAHP provides mentorship to enhance nursing students' readiness for successful entry into advanced practice nursing programs. This program addresses barriers to admission and success for underrepresented students through mentorship by Advanced Practice Nurse faculty and students. Participants will engage in a weeklong immersion experience at Duke University School of Nursing (DUSON), where they will be exposed to various advanced practice nursing roles, improve their understanding of admission criteria, increase self-confidence, create support systems, and identify resources for affording health professions education. Some activities include :
- Seminars on health disparities and access
- Personal and professional development
- Simulated Nurse Practitioner experiences
- Community-based shadow experiences
Benefits of LEAHP
Nursing students in their junior or senior year participating in the LEAHP program benefit in a variety of ways:
- Receive a stipend
- Work with Duke faculty
- Gain exposure to an array of leaders and advanced practice nursing roles
- Expand understanding of health equity concepts
- Academic advising and career counseling
- Personal and professional development
Who is eligible for LEAHP Program?
LEAHP program is a weeklong immersion experience designed to increase nursing students' readiness for successful entry into an Advanced Practice nursing program. In order to apply for LEAHP and be eligible for the summer experience, you must:
- Be a member of one of the following underrepresented groups in nursing:
- American Indian/Native American
- African American/Black
- Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
- Hispanic/Latino/a/x
- Be a U.S. citizen or hold permanent resident visa
- Be enrolled in a pre-licensure nursing program (junior-senior)
Application
Nursing students interested in participating must submit a complete online application by February 28, 2025.
- Complete online LEAHP Application – Opens December 1, 2024
- Personal statement
- Transcript of current college (does not have to be official but should have latest grades)
Important Dates
- Program Dates: June 8-13, 2025
- Application Opens: December 1, 2024
- Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
- Decision Notifications: April 28, 2025