In 1811, Brown University was the third university in the nation to offer medical education. Although the medical school closed 16 years later, it was relaunched in 1972 and is known today as The Warren Alpert Medical School. With a commitment to compassion, equity, and social responsibility, the school cultivates diverse physician leaders who transform …
Immersed in the tech-rich culture of Silicon Valley, the Stanford School of Medicine is a beacon for innovation in medicine. For applicants interested in tackling complex biomedical challenges, the Bio-X program offers interdisciplinary collaboration between medicine, engineering, and computer science. Students are afforded access to world-renowned research facilities such as the Lokey Stem Cell Research …
Loyola University Chicago’s Stritch School of Medicine stands out for several distinctive features that reflect its Jesuit values, commitment to social justice, innovative programs, and holistic medical education. Located in Maywood, Illinois, just west of downtown Chicago, Stritch is one of the premier Catholic medical schools in the United States. With a cornerstone curricular piece …
In this inspiring episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Dr. Tracy Kedian, professor of family medicine and associate dean of admissions at UMass Chan Medical School. Together, they explore how UMass Chan fosters not only academic excellence but also personal growth, leadership, and wellness among its medical students. Dr. …
The Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine (MCASOM) is consistently recognized as one of the nation’s top medical schools for research and innovation, with campuses in Rochester, Minnesota; Scottsdale/Phoenix, Arizona; and Jacksonville, Florida. Its curriculum blends world-class patient care, groundbreaking biomedical research, and global health opportunities with a strong emphasis on mentorship and student wellness. …
Founded in 1888, the University of Minnesota (UMN) Medical School has spent more than 135 years advancing medicine through education, research, and patient-centered care. With campuses in Duluth, St. Cloud, and the Twin Cities, the school offers students access to diverse clinical opportunities across urban and rural settings. Its MD curriculum emphasizes active learning, early …
In this episode of Admissions Straight Talk, host Dr. Valerie Wherley sits down with Dr. Kevin Schulman, professor of medicine at Stanford University and faculty director of the Master of Science in Clinical Informatics Management (MCiM) program. Together, they explore how Stanford’s innovative MCiM degree is preparing the next generation of healthcare leaders at the …
The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (JHUSOM) – which is known for its groundbreaking research, innovative education, and world-class patient care – is consistently ranked among the nation’s leading medical schools. Located in Baltimore, JHUSOM provides students with a rich blend of academic rigor, clinical training, and community engagement. Students train alongside Nobel laureates, …
The Boston University (BU) Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine (SOM) – formerly the Boston University School of Medicine – has a 175+ year legacy of innovation, inclusion, and service to the community. From its historic founding as the first coeducational medical school in the United States, BU has trained generations of physicians and researchers …
Harvard Medical School (HMS) has a long history of preparing future leaders in medicine, science, and healthcare through its mission to alleviate human suffering. HMS blends cutting-edge biomedical research with a patient-centered curriculum, giving students early and meaningful clinical experience while also providing opportunities for inquiry, innovation, and global health engagement. With curricular tracks such …
With almost 200 years of history, Tulane University School of Medicine (TUSOM) offers a comprehensive medical education rooted in innovation, community engagement, and clinical excellence. Located in the heart of downtown New Orleans, TUSOM provides students with early clinical exposure, system-based learning, and opportunities to explore dual degrees such as the MD/MPH, MD/MBA, and MD/MS …
Chicago Medical School (CMS) at Rosalind Franklin University (RFU) is a community-based institution with a century-long legacy of educating diverse and compassionate physician leaders. The school emphasizes a patient-centered model of care, equipping students with strong communication, reasoning, and technical skills through early clinical exposure and robust simulation training. Students rotate in a wide variety …
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