South Texas Environmental Education and Research



How to apply

Most applying students need to follow these steps. Only students enrolled in U.S. colleges or universities are eligible. There are different procedures to follow if you are a fourth-year U.S. medical student, or if you are enrolled at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.

  1. Complete the Environmental Medicine/Border Health Application for Elective.
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  2. Complete the Visiting Student Immunization Record and have it certified by a doctor or nurse. Fill out all blanks.
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  3. Provide proof that you have personal health insurance, and obtain a letter from your college or university stating that you are:
    • In good academic standing.
    • Approved to take the elective.
    • Covered by professional liability insurance.

  4. Send the documents to:

    STEER
    Department of Family and Community Medicine
    The University of Texas Health Science Center
    7703 Floyd Curl Drive
    San Antonio, Texas 78229-3900